Optical Assistant

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 5 May 2026
LOCATION
Merthyr Tydfil
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Associate
CATEGORY
Healthcare
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SKILLS

Optical dispensing Customer service Optical terminology Retail experience Communication skills Teamwork Product knowledge Attention to detail

FULL DESCRIPTION

Optical Assistant

[Employer hidden — view at passion-project.co.uk] in Merthyr Tydfil is seeking an experienced Optical Assistant to join their award-winning store. The role involves delivering excellent customer service, utilizing optical knowledge, and contributing to a positive store environment. Benefits include salary up to £12.91ph, pension, discounts, birthday off, and more.

The Role

So, you’re a proactive people person ready to be the friendly face our stores need? Sounds like you’d be a great fit here. So, if you’ve had previous optical experience as an Optical Advisor or Dispensing Assistant, this Optical Assistant role could be perfect for you. As an Optical Assistant, you’ll use your passion for the [Employer hidden] brand, products and services alongside your incredible customer service skills, to create an outstanding store environment for both our customers and our team.

Our Business

Market Square, Merthyr Tydfil CF47 8BY - Award winning store (Optometry Wales Multiple Practice of the year)

Our Team

We have a wonderful team of dedicated people in our store ready and waiting for you to meet.

What’s on offer?

  • Salary - up to £12.91ph with excellent bonus scheme - can be negotiated for experienced candidates.
  • Full time (37.5 hours) - weekend working essential
  • We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
  • [Employer hidden] Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
  • WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
  • Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app
  • Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you
  • Your birthday off every year!

What we’re looking for?

  • Must have in-store optical experience

Find out more

If you’ve got all these skills, we’d love for you to apply, but there’s also some desirable experience that could set you apart from the competition if you have it.

This includes:

  • Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment
  • Experience in optics business
  • Basic knowledge/experience of optical terminology.

Key Information

  • Location: Merthyr Tydfil
  • Area of interest: Optical Assistant
  • Contract type: Permanent
  • Apply by: 3rd June

Contact

Recruiter: Andrew Hastings - Email: [contact hidden]

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