Optical Assistant – Full Time – Chingford, East London

Looking for your next opportunity in optics?

Lunaria Recruitment is delighted to be working with an optical practice in Chingford to recruit a Full-Time Optical Assistant to join their team.

Located in North East London, Chingford offers a lovely blend of suburban charm and city convenience. With its welcoming community, local shops, cafés and green spaces, including the beautiful Epping Forest nearby, it’s a great place to work and enjoy a good work-life balance.

The Role

We’re looking for a friendly, enthusiastic Optical Assistant who enjoys working with people and delivering excellent customer service.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Meeting and greeting patients and providing a warm, welcoming experience.
• Supporting patients with frame selection and spectacle dispensing.
• Taking accurate measurements and ensuring spectacles fit comfortably.
• Carrying out pre-screening and other clinical support duties, where trained.
• Assisting with spectacle collections, adjustments and repairs.
• Supporting the Optometrist and wider team to ensure the smooth running of the practice.
• Carrying out general administrative duties.

What's on Offer?

• Full-time, permanent opportunity.
• Competitive salary, dependent on experience.
• Supportive and friendly working environment.
• Opportunity to develop your optical knowledge and skills.
• A varied role where patient care and customer service are at the heart of everything you do.

About You

Previous optical experience is essential for this position. You’ll be confident communicating with patients, enjoy working as part of a team and take pride in delivering excellent customer service.

Whether you’re an experienced Optical Assistant looking for a new challenge or ready to take the next step in your optical career, we’d love to hear from you.

About Lunaria Recruitment

Lunaria Recruitment is a specialist optical recruitment agency dedicated exclusively to the optical industry. We take pride in providing a personal, friendly and professional service, helping talented optical professionals find opportunities that suit their experience, ambitions and lifestyle.

Interested in finding out more?

To express your interest or find out more about this opportunity, click apply or contact Lunaria Recruitment for a confidential discussion.