Specsavers
Optical Assistant - Cannock, Staffordshire
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Are you a caring individual looking to continue your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place. We’re looking for passionate, hard-workers with some previous optical experience ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as an Optical Assistant, you won’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. Our store This position is based across two of our fantastic Specsavers sites in Cannock Town Centre and our convenient clinic inside Sainsbury’s at Cannock Voyager. The Cannock Specsavers store is a busy, high-performing location situated in the heart of the town. With a focus on innovation, efficiency, and patient experience, Cannock offers a fast-paced environment where colleagues are encouraged to develop their skills and contribute to continuous improvement. The store benefits from modern testing facilities and a well-established reputation within the local community. It is easily accessible via excellent public transport links, including nearby bus routes and Cannock train station within walking distance, making it a convenient location for both colleagues and customers. Cannock Voyager Specsavers is a dynamic and growing clinic located within the popular Voyager Retail Park, offering excellent accessibility and attracting a high volume of customers. The clinic prides itself on its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to delivering outstanding service and clinical excellence. Located within Sainsbury’s, the clinic benefits from convenient public transport access, with regular bus services to the retail park and straightforward road links. The site also offers free parking, making it an easily accessible and convenient location for commuters. Our team Across both Cannock town centre and Cannock Voyager (Sainsbury’s) locations, you’ll be part of a supportive, experienced, and highly collaborative team. Colleagues work closely across both sites, creating a consistent and high-quality experience for every patient and customer. The team combines strong clinical expertise with a customer-first mindset, fostering an environment where knowledge is shared, development is encouraged, and everyone feels valued. With a mix of long-standing team members and new talent, there is a positive, inclusive culture that thrives on teamwork, flexibility, and delivering outstanding care. Working across both stores offers variety in your day-to-day role and the opportunity to build strong relationships with a wider team, while benefiting from shared best practice and ongoing support. Specsavers Cannock are proud to be finalists for Best Place to Work at the Specsavers Awards for Excellence 2026, and winners of the Specsavers Award for Excellence in People Development 2025, reflecting their strong commitment to colleague wellbeing, growth, and a positive working culture. What’s on offer? As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:
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Competitive salary depending on experience and optical qualification Plus monthly performance-based bonus Full Time (37 hours) and Part Time hours available, to include working weekends We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too Excellent opportunity to gain recognised and certified qualifications
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Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment Experience in optics or Audiology business Basic knowledge/experience of optical and/or Audiology terminology.
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