Vision Express
Retail Optical Assistant
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Retail Optical Assistant
Retail Optical Assistant – Vision Express
Where customer service meets premium eyewear and med-tech innovation.
Are you looking for a retail role in eye care where you can grow, learn, and make a difference?
Join Vision Express, part of the global EssilorLuxottica group, and work with leading brands like Ray-Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada & Nuance.
What You’ll Do
- Deliver confident, personalised customer service and expert product advice
- Learn to adjust frames, assist with fittings, and carry out minor repairs
- Support pre-screening eye tests using the latest optical technology
- Keep the store running smoothly with admin and support tasks
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What You’ll Get
- £350 towards frames or designer sunglasses, with unlimited spend on lenses
- 33 days holiday, including buy/sell options
- Family & friends discounts + free eye tests
- Employee wellbeing support
- Opportunities to support global vision through the OneSight Foundation
Earn More at Vision Express
Full-time Optical Assistants meeting targets can earn £85–£520/month in bonuses—with uncapped potential for high performers. Your performance matters—and it pays off.
What We’re Looking For
- Confident and engaging when interacting with customers and recommending products
- Passionate about eyewear, style, and comfortable using digital tools
- A positive team player with a can-do attitude
- Strong communication skills, with the ability to listen and understand customer needs
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Why Vision Express?
With over 590 stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we’re a leading optical retailer and a growing med-tech business. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, we invest in innovation, people, and your career development.
Ready to start your career in optical retail? Apply now and see your future clearly.
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