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This is more than a role in optics - it’s an opportunity to become a key part of a patient’s journey to better vision and confidence.
As a practice support assistant, you’ll be the first point of contact for our patients and a trusted guide throughout their experience with us. Combining exceptional customer care with developing clinical and technical skills, you’ll play a vital role in delivering outstanding patient outcomes.
With structured training and support, you’ll progress into dispensing spectacles and advising on tailored optical solutions, building a long-term career in optics.
No Sunday or bank holiday working
Access to 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
We are looking for a full-time Practice Support Assistant to join us in delivering outstanding patient care. You’ll play a key role in providing expert advice, sharing knowledge on frames and fittings, and delivering ongoing care that makes patients feel confident, comfortable, and cared for.
What You’ll Be Doing
Creating Exceptional Patient Experiences
Welcoming patients and creating a warm, professional first impression
Managing appointments, enquiries, and correspondence
Supporting patients throughout their visit with empathy and confidence
Developing Optical Expertise
Interpreting prescriptions from optometrists
Advising on frames, lenses, and styling to suit lifestyle and needs
Taking precise measurements to ensure perfect fit and comfort
Supporting contact lens patients with handling and aftercare advice (with training)
Carrying out initial pre-screening checks as part of the patient journey, preparing them for their clinical examination
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Hands-On & Technical Responsibilities
Carrying out adjustments and minor repairs to spectacles
Checking lenses and frames to ensure quality and accuracy
Ordering and managing optical products and stock
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Keeping the Practice Running Smoothly
Handling daily administration including payments, banking, and reports
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Maintaining excellent practice standards, cleanliness, and presentation
What Makes This Role Exciting
Career progression – full training to become a dispensing specialist
Skill development – blend of customer care, clinical support, and technical expertise
People-focused – build lasting relationships and genuinely help patients
Variety – no two days are the same
Impact – directly improve how people see and feel every day
What We’re Looking For
We’re looking for someone who is passionate about people and ready to grow.
You’ll Bring:
A strong background in customer service
Excellent communication skills with a natural ability to build rapport
A positive, outgoing, and professional approach
Attention to detail and pride in delivering high standards
Commercial awareness and confidence recommending products
A team-focused mindset with flexibility to support across practices
Bonus (but not essential):
Experience in optics or dispensing
Full driving licence and access to a car
Your Future With Us
With ongoing training and support, you’ll gain the knowledge and confidence to:
Dispense spectacles independently
Provide expert optical advice
Play a key role in patient care and business success
Above All
We’re looking for someone who genuinely cares. Someone who will go the extra mile to ensure every patient feels valued, supported, and confident in their vision.
Click apply below and we will ensure you are contacted as soon as possible by one of our team.
UK and Irish network of independent optician and audiology practices supported by central business services.
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Full-time
Entry
Onsite
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