Job Details

• Job Reference: FH39102
• Published: 10th February 2026
• Start Date: 25th May 2026
• Salary: £27,000
• Location: Hertford
• Employment Type: Permanent

Job Description

Optical Advisor Jobs Hertford

Independent Practice | Part-Time or Full-Time

3–4 days per week or full-time | Hertford | Salary from £27,000 + future bonus potential

The Opportunity

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is working in partnership with a long-established independent optical practice in Hertford, recruiting an experienced and patient-focused Optical Advisor to join their friendly and professional team.

This respected practice has served the local community for over 40 years, earning an excellent reputation for bespoke, patient-centred eye care. The role offers a supportive working environment where quality service and patient experience are prioritised over sales targets.

About the Practice

• An experienced and close-knit optical team
• A wide selection of premium spectacle frames
• Specialist contact lens services
• A loyal and established patient base

The role offers exposure to complex and high-end dispensing work, providing excellent scope for professional development beyond standard high-street roles.

The Role

• Part-time (3–4 days) or full-time considered
• Saturday working required, with flexibility (finishing at 1:30pm)
• Dispensing and advising patients on premium eyewear and lens solutions
• Supporting complex prescriptions and bespoke frame fitting
• Delivering outstanding patient care in a calm, non-pressurised environment
• Genuine opportunity for long-term career progression and future growth

The Ideal Candidate

• Experience working as an Optical Advisor / Optical Assistant / Dispenser
• Strong dispensing knowledge and attention to detail
• A genuine passion for patient care and service excellence
• Confidence supporting high-end and complex dispensing cases
• A willingness to continue developing optical knowledge and skills
• Ability to commute from surrounding areas, including Luton

Salary & Benefits

• Salary from £27,000 (dependent on experience)
• Future bonus potential
• Exposure to varied and interesting dispensing cases
• Long-term opportunity within a respected independent practice
• On-site parking available

Why Apply?

• Independent practice with a long-standing community reputation
• Focus on patient experience, not sales pressure
• High-quality eyewear and bespoke dispensing work
• Supportive, professional team environment

Apply in Confidence

If you are a passionate and professional Optical Advisor looking for a role that values quality service, clinical interest and long-term development, we would love to hear from you.

All applications and enquiries will be treated in the strictest confidence.

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