Optical Colleague
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Optical Colleague
At [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], we are looking for an Optical Colleague to join our Kirkcaldy store team. This is a part-time, permanent role with a pay rate of £12.71 per hour. Closing date: 20 May 2026.
About the Role
To be employed in this role you must be over the age of 18 and pass an enhanced safeguarding check. Our stores operate 24 hours per day, 7 days per week, bringing a wide variety of shift patterns. We'll work with you on your shifts, but late and weekend working is a requirement. You will be responsible for preparing patients for their eye examination, explaining each stage of the eye test, completing pre-screening examinations, booking appointments, dispensing spectacles and contact lenses, dealing with repairs and adjustments, and ensuring stock has been received. Full training is provided, including the [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Optical Step In training programme or the Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship. High performers may have the opportunity to become a GOC registered Dispensing Optician via the Level 6 Dispensing Optician Apprenticeship.
About You
You'll be naturally friendly, highly organised, and want to get stuck in. Good computer skills, attention to detail, strong communication, problem-solving ability, and confidence with numbers are essential. You are passionate about helping people and delivering a great healthcare experience.
Rewards & Benefits
- 15% colleague discount at [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] from day 1
- Discounted rates on [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] services (Mobile, Pharmacy, Opticians, etc.)
- Stream: flexible pay and financial coaching
- Company pension
- 24/7 virtual GP and EAP service
- Inclusion networks and excellent parental leave policies
- Colleague recognition programme
Location
Carberry Road, Kirkcaldy, Fife, United Kingdom, KY1 3NU
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