Optical Assistant

What’s in it for you?

Optical Assistant Vacancy - Silverthornes Opticians, Salisbury

We’re proud to be an independent practice where patient care always comes first, and joining us as an Optical Assistant means being part of a team that values clinical freedom, supports your development, and encourages you to bring your personality and expertise to the role. We offer a welcoming, people first environment where your contributions are heard and your individuality is celebrated. Whether you're looking for the next step in your career or a fresh start in an independent practice that genuinely puts patients and people before numbers, this could be the right place for you.

You will also receive

• Your birthday off work
• No Sunday or bank holiday working
• Free & regular CPD courses
• Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
• Retail discounts
• Cycle to work scheme

About the Role

Job Title: Optical Assistant Company: Silverthornes Opticians Location: Salisbury, Wiltshire

Salary: Dependent on Experience (DOE) Job Type: Permanent Part-time, 3 days a week

About Us: Silverthornes Opticians is a well-established independent practice located in the heart of Salisbury. Known for our personal touch and high standard of eye care, we’re proud to serve our local community with professionalism and compassion. As we grow, we're looking to welcome an enthusiastic Optical Assistant to our friendly team.

About the Role: As our Optical Assistant, you’ll be the welcoming face of the practice – the first person patients see or speak to when they get in touch. You’ll play a key role in delivering a smooth and caring patient experience.Ideally, you have some experience working in Optics.

Key Responsibilities

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Greeting patients and visitors with a warm, professional manner

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Booking and managing appointments via our digital system

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Answering phone and email enquiries efficiently

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Taking payments and handling till operations

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Keeping reception tidy, stocked, and patient-friendly

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Updating and maintaining patient records

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Pre-screening patients, dispensing

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Assisting with frame selection, repairing and adjustment of frames

• Collections

What We’re Looking For

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This role is ideal for someone with previous experience working in optics

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Excellent communication and people skills

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Confidence using basic computer systems

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Organised, dependable, and detail-oriented

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Friendly, calm, and professional under pressure

Working Hours: 3 days a week, including some Saturdays

About Salisbury: Salisbury is a beautiful and historic city in Wiltshire, famous for its stunning cathedral, charming medieval streets, and friendly community atmosphere. Just a short distance from Stonehenge and surrounded by scenic countryside, Salisbury also offers excellent shops, cafes, and transport connections to London and the South Coast.

How to Apply: If you’re organised, people-focused, and looking to be part of a valued local team, we’d love to hear from you. Please send your CV and a short cover letter telling us why you’re interested in this role.

What's Next?

Click apply below and we will ensure you are contacted as soon as possible by one of our team.

Salary - Max

GBP £26,000.00

Salary - Min

GBP £26,000.00