About the role
What’s in it for you?
Optical Assistant Vacancy - 3 Days - Aves Opticians and Hearing Care, Epping
At Aves Opticians, part of the Hakim Group, we combine independent, patient-first care with the backing of a modern, supportive network. Located in the heart of Epping, our newly refurbishing practice is looking for a warm, organised Part-time
Optical Assistant
to keep our front-of-house and administrative operations.
While your primary focus is keeping the practice running smoothly behind the scenes and greeting patients, you’ll also get hands-on training to perform pre-screening tests and occasionally support our main dispensing team during peak clinic times.
You will also receive
Your birthday off work
No Sunday or bank holiday working
Access to a Health Cash Plan (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
Retail discounts
Cycle to work scheme
We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing, development, and work-life balance.
About the Role
What You'll Do
Front-of-House & Admin
Welcome patients, handle phone queries, schedule appointments, and manage daily practice administration with exceptional care and efficiency.
Patient Pre-Screening
Conduct preliminary diagnostic imaging and automated tests to prepare patients for their eye exams.
Frame Repairs & Adjustments
Carry out minor frame tweaks, fits, and repairs to keep patient eyewear comfortable.
Occasional Dispensing Support
Provide occasional support to the main dispensing team once fully trained during busy clinic periods.
What We’re Looking For
- Previous administrative, reception, or customer-facing experience (optical background is ideal, but not essential).
- Excellent communication skills, high attention to detail, and a welcoming, approachable manner.
- Flexibility to work occasional Saturdays.
Additional Information
- Prior reception or customer-facing experience is preferred, though optical experience is not required
- Our frame selection includes Tom Ford, Face-a-Face, Ørgreen, Moscot, Maui Jim.
- We are a team of 7
- The role requires you to work Saturdays
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 £27,000.00
- Salary - Min GBP £25,000.00