Retail optical assistant Work, Jobs in Newcastle Upon Tyne, Eng (with Salaries)

Optical Assistant
Pop Specs —Newcastle upon Tyne
- From £12.71 an hour
- Full-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Customer service
- Laboratory experience
- Store discount
- Annual leave
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8d
Retail Assistant
Iceland —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £11.60 - £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
6d
Retail Assistant
Holland & Barrett —Wallsend
- £13.17 an hour
- Part-time
- Store discount
- Annual leave
3d
Retail Assistant
Screwfix —Gateshead
- £13.08 an hour
- Part-time
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
1d
Store Assistant
Toolstation —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £12.87 an hour
- Part-time
- Employee discount
11h
Retail Assistant
Compass Group —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £12.75 an hour
- Communication skills
3d
Optical Assistant
D Berry Optometrist —Gateshead
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Customer service
- Laboratory experience
- Free parking
- Flexitime
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1d
Sales Assistant
TGJones —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £8.00 - £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- School
- Employee assistance programme
- Employee discount
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10d
Customer Assistant
Lidl —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £13.45 - £14.45 an hour
- Full-time
- Customer service
- Bakery
- Store discount
- Employee discount
1h
Retail Sales Assistant - Newcastle, Fenwick
Nespresso —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £13.45 an hour
- Part-time
- Sales
- Communication skills
Part-time Sales Assistant
The Brogue Trader LTD —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Microsoft Word
- Customer service
- Employee discount
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10d
Temporary Sales Assistant (8 hrs)
Deichmann —Newcastle upon Tyne
- Up to £12.91 an hour
- Temporary
- Communication skills
Retail Assistant - Online Picker
Iceland —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £11.60 - £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
6d
Temp Sales Assistant
Smiggle —Gateshead
- Weekend availability
- Sales
- Communication skills
- Store discount
- Annual leave
Optical Assistant
Thompson Opticians Ltd —Newcastle upon Tyne
- Part-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Customer service
- Laboratory experience
- Store discount
- Employee discount
Quick apply
Stock Assistant
Aldi —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £13.12 an hour
- Customer service
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Hair & Beauty Sales Assistant – Eldon Square
P.Y.T hairstyle LTD —Newcastle upon Tyne
- Up to £35,000 a year
- Weekend availability
- Microsoft Word
- Hospitality
- Sales
- Employee discount
Quick apply
9d
Sales Assistant
Vendora Inc LTD —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £25,500 - £28,500 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Customer service
- Business development
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14d
Sales Assistant
Ryman —Sunderland
- £10.91 - £12.77 an hour
- Part-time
- Sales
- Communication skills
- Employee discount
- Referral programme
Entry-Level Sales Assistant
AE Recruiters Ltd —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £600 - £750 a week
- Full-time
- Hospitality
- Sales
- Customer service
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4d

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Optical Assistant

Pop Specs -
Newcastle upon Tyne

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Job details

Full-time
From £12.71 an hour
8 days ago

Benefits

Store discount
Annual leave
Company pension
Employee discount
Referral programme

Qualifications

Anatomy knowledge
Optical experience
Customer service
Laboratory experience
Organisational skills
Retail management
Communication skills

Full job description

Job Summary:

An opportunity is available for a friendly, detail-oriented, and organised Optical Assistant to join our team. The main focus of the Optical Assistant will be on delivering outstanding customer service by giving top priority to providing a high level of care to our clientele. This role will require a combination of technical responsibilities and direct customer interaction to ensure the smooth and efficient operation of the store.

Key Responsibilities:

Customer Interaction:
Greet and assist customers upon arrival.
Take measurements and support customers with products, ensuring that the fit, comfort and accuracy of frames are checked thoroughly.
Assist customers in selecting the perfect eyewear, including frames and lenses, based on their prescriptions, lifestyle, and preferences.
Educate customers on the proper care of their eyewear.
Administrative Duties:
Maintain customer records, orders and transactions, ensuring accuracy and confidentiality.
Process payments.
Order and manage inventory of optical supplies, frames, and lenses.
Perform general office duties, including answering phone calls, responding to emails, and maintaining a clean and organised workspace.
Technical Support:
Calibrate and maintain optical equipment and instruments.
Repair and adjust glasses as needed.
Conduct lens edging and glazing, and fitting when necessary.
Customer Service:
Provide excellent customer service at all times by understanding customer needs, and addressing customer inquiries and concerns.
Offer product recommendations, explaining different lens and frame options to customers.
Handle returns, exchanges, and adjustments of eyewear.
Making customers feel welcome and valued to encourage customer loyalty.

Qualifications:

Experience:
Previous experience in a customer-facing environment is preferred.
Prior experience in optics is preferred, however we will provide training and will continue to help develop and expand your knowledge.
Experience with optical equipment and software systems is beneficial.

Skills:
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (both written and verbal), with a customer centric approach.
Strong organisational skills with attention to detail.
Ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to operate both in a team and individually to achieve sales targets and contribute to a positive and welcoming store environment.

Personal Attributes:
Friendly and approachable personality.
Enthusiastic to leave a positive long-lasting impression on customers.
Team player with a positive attitude.
Patient and empathetic, with a genuine interest in helping others.
Professional appearance and conduct.

Benefits:

Competitive salary
Sales bonus
Paid time off and holidays
Pension scheme
Employee discounts on eyewear
Opportunities for professional development and training

PopSpecs is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

*This job description outlines the primary responsibilities required for the Optical Assistant position and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities associated with the job.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From £12.71 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Employee discount
Referral programme
Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

Newcastle upon Tyne NE1 7JB: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Experience:

Optical: 1 year (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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