Job Details

• Job Reference: FH39248
• Published: 15th April 2026
• Start Date: 27th July 2026
• Salary: TBC (detailed as £28,000 per annum)
• Location: Sydenham
• Employment Type: Permanent

Job Description

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Optometry is a specialist recruiter within the Optical sector, partnering with independent practices, national groups, and healthcare providers across the UK. We connect talented Optical professionals with rewarding opportunities that offer career growth, supportive environments, and excellent patient care standards.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Optometry is currently looking to recruit an Optical Assistant in the South East London area on behalf of a well-established independent client with multiple branches across Greater London, Surrey, and Kent. This is an excellent opportunity to join a successful and patient-focused business offering both Optometry and Audiology services within a friendly and professional environment.

Our client has built a strong reputation for delivering excellent customer care and always putting the patient first. They support a varied patient base and have a particular focus on children's eye care, alongside enhanced services including Myopia Management. With continued growth, they are now looking to add an experienced Optical Assistant to their team.

This full-time position will involve working across two practices located in Sydenham and Crystal Palace. The successful candidate will be confident working independently while delivering a high standard of service to patients and supporting the smooth day-to-day running of the practices.

Candidate Requirements

• Around 2–3 years' experience within an Optical Assistant role
• Strong customer service and communication skills
• Confidence working independently
• Experience supporting dispensing and practice operations
• A professional and patient-focused approach
• Flexibility to work across two local practice locations

What's on Offer

• Salary of £28,000 per annum
• End-of-year bonuses based on store and individual performance
• Full-time permanent position
• Flexible rota
• 2pm finishes on Saturdays
• Full in-house training and ongoing support
• Opportunity to join a respected independent employer
• Friendly and dynamic working environment

Apply Now

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