Optical Assistants (Retail)
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Position Overview & Specifications
We are looking for enthusiastic and motivated individuals to join our team.
Optical expertise isn't essential as full training is provided.
As an integral member of our Optical Assistants team you'll make sure every customer gets a great experience when they visit our store.
Your job role will include;
- Providing excellent customer service while assisting customers with their purchases and providing expert advise on our products.
- Listening to customers needs in order to recommend our products.
- Using the latest technology in the optics industry to provide a professional experience.
We will teach you everything you need to know about eyecare and our products, but you will need to be great at working with customers in a fast paced environment.
The store is open 7 days a week, between the hours of 8am and 7pm. You will work shifts dictated by the rota. We are looking for full time team members 5 days pw but will accept part time team who are available to work a minimum 3days pw.
Competitive bonus can be earned on completion of probation.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Part-time hours: 22.5 per week
Benefits:
- Company events
- Employee discount
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus scheme
Education:
- GCSE or equivalent (required)
Work Location: In person
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: Drug & Health Stores
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Optical Assistants (Retail) roles across Specsavers Nottingham's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to Drug & Health Stores.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £18,939 - £20,500 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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