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Experienced Optical Assistant

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Experienced Optical Assistant

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Enfield, Greater London, England, GBR

Mid level

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Enfield, Greater London, England, GBR

Mid level

Provides patient-focused optical assistance in an independent optician practice. Responsibilities include frame styling, custom lens selection, varifocal dispensing, precise eyewear fittings and adjustments, and delivering warm patient service. The role involves working collaboratively within a three-testing-room practice, supporting clinical care and recommending premium eyewear brands. Previous optical practice experience is essential; the position is full-time or part-time and requires Saturdays.

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What’s in it for you?

Experienced Optical Assistant Vacancy - Gordon Thomas, Enfield

If you’re a skilled Optical Assistant who brings natural warmth, real energy, and a friendly personality to the floor - Gordon Thomas Opticians wants to meet you. We’re an established independent practice in Enfield built on high-end eyewear, deep patient care, and a collaborative team environment where your personality is actually celebrated.

You will also receive:

People Before Targets: Generous 20 to 40-minute appointment times, giving you the time and tools to dispense with care.
Work-Life Balance: No Sundays, no Bank Holidays, plus your birthday off.
Perks & Healthcare: Health Cash Plan (claim back money on routine healthcare), retail discounts, and Cycle to Work scheme.
Growth & Support: Ongoing development in a practice that values your clinical input and professional progression.

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance

About the Role

What We’re Looking For

A Warm, Friendly Personality: You’re naturally engaging, bring a bright spark to the team, and love making patients feel instantly welcome and cared for.
Optical Expertise: Confident with frame styling, custom lens selection, precise fittings, and adjustments. (Varifocal dispensing experience is a huge plus!)
Styling & Product Passion: Excited to work with premier eyewear brands like Tom Ford, Prada, Ray-Ban, Gucci, Maui Jim and Silhouette
Team Spirit: You thrive in a supportive, 3-testing-room setup where clinical freedom, individual contribution, and great teamwork drive everything we do.

The Details

Role: Full-Time or Part-Time (4 days per week, Saturdays required).
Location: Enfield.
Requirement: Previous optical practice experience essential.

What's Next?

Ready for an independent practice that values your warmth and expertise in equal measure? Apply today - we’d love to chat!

Salary - MaxGBP £27,000.00 Salary - MinGBP £25,000.00

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