Optical Work, Jobs in Gateshead (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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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
Trainee Optical Retailer
Specsavers —Blaydon
- Up to £12.91 an hour
- Part-time
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
8d
Optical Colleague
ASDA —Washington
- £13.10 an hour
- Part-time
- Computer skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
8d
Optical Manager - Job share
ASDA —Boldon Colliery
- Part-time
- In-person
- Leadership
- Store discount
- Annual leave
Optical Manager
ASDA —Durham
- Part-time
- In-person
- Leadership
- Store discount
- Annual leave
Dispensing Optician
Specsavers —Blaydon
- Up to £35,000 a year
- Part-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Optical Assistant
Specsavers —Sunderland
- £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- IT
- Employee discount
2d
Optical Assistant
Hakim Group —Whitley Bay
- £12.71 - £13.00 an hour
- Part-time
- Employee discount
Dispensing Optician Manager
Specsavers —Hexham
- Up to £40,000 a year
- Part-time
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee discount
Senior Sales Enablement Manager
Arctic Wolf —Newcastle upon Tyne
- £47,200 - £117,600 a year
- Full-time
- Sales
- Project management
- Communication skills
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
Retail Optical Assistant
Vision Express —Morpeth
- Full-time
- Communication skills
Store Manager
Vision Express —Gateshead
- No experience needed
- Leadership
Experienced Optical Assistant and or a Dispensing Optician and or Admin Assistant
Simon Berry optometrists —Durham
- From £12.71 an hour
- Part-time
- Customer service
- In-person
- Free parking
- Employee discount
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3d
Retail Optical Assistant
David Clulow —North Shields
- Full-time
- Communication skills
Business Development Manager - Field Sales
Tritility Limited —Jarrow
- Up to £65,000 a year
- Full-time
- Remote
- Data analysis skills
- Microsoft Office
- Business development
- Annual leave
- Employee assistance programme
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Optometrist
SpaMedica —Gateshead
A qualified optometrist with current GOC registration. Obtain informed consent in a professional and ethical manner. Competitive pension and maternity benefits.
£54,609 - £57,159 a year
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Optometrist
Vision Express —Bishop Auckland
Depending on the options you choose, your total reward package (for full-time roles) typically includes c.£11,000 in additional benefits on top of your basic…
Up to £73,000 a year

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Optical Assistant

Pop Specs -
Newcastle upon Tyne

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Job details

Full-time
From £12.71 an hour
9 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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Optical Assistant

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Optical Assistant

Optical Assistant

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Senior Sales Enablement Manager

Retail Optical Assistant

Store Manager

Experienced Optical Assistant and or a Dispensing Optician and or Admin Assistant

Retail Optical Assistant

Business Development Manager - Field Sales

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