Lunaria Recruitment
Optical Assistant
Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Up to £30,000 + Excellent Bonus Scheme
Join a Beautiful Independent Practice in One of Buckinghamshire's Most Desirable Market Towns
Looking for a fresh start in a location that offers charm, lifestyle and career opportunity?
Nestled on the banks of the River Thames, Marlow is one of Buckingham-shire's most sought-after market towns, renowned for its boutique shopping, award-winning restaurants, vibrant café culture and picturesque riverside setting. It's the perfect place to build your career while enjoying an exceptional work-life balance.
We're looking for a passionate, customer-focused Optical Assistant to join a stylish, modern independent practice that prides itself on delivering outstanding patient care alongside luxury eye wear and a truly personalised experience.
The Role
As an Optical Assistant, you'll play an integral role in delivering a premium customer journey from the moment patients walk through the door.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Welcoming patients and providing exceptional customer service
- Carrying out pre-screening and eye health checks
- Ensuring a seamless handover to the Optometrist
- Dispensing luxury eyewear and premium prescription lenses
- Offering personalised styling advice on designer frames, sunglasses and accessories
- Adjusting, fitting and repairing spectacles
- Supporting patients with contact lens teaches
- Helping create a warm, professional and memorable patient experience
What's on Offer?
This is more than just another optical role—it's an opportunity to work within a beautiful independent practice where quality, service and patient care come first.
You'll benefit from:
- Salary up to £30,000
- Generous bonus scheme
- Excellent holiday allowance
- Ongoing training and genuine career progression
- Friendly, supportive and experienced team
- Work with luxury eye wear collections and premium optical products
- Modern, beautifully designed practice environment
Who We're Looking For
We're looking for someone who has:
- Previous experience working as an Optical Assistant
- Excellent communication and customer service skills
- A passion for fashion, eye wear and patient care
- A positive, team-focused attitude
- Pride in delivering an exceptional customer experience
If you're ready to take the next step in your optical career within a luxury independent practice in the heart of beautiful Marlow, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today or contact Lunaria Recruitment for a confidential conversation.
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