Optical Assistant job in Sheffield

Salary: up to £30,000 (depending on experience)
Hours: Full time 37.5 hours per week - No Sundays
Location: Sheffield

We're working with a respected independent optical business operating across a number of well-established practices in Sheffield. Known for its strong community presence, personal service, and high standards of patient care, this is a great opportunity to be part of a close-knit and supportive team where relationships with patients genuinely matter.

This is a varied, hands-on role where you'll be involved in all aspects of the patient journey, offering plenty of autonomy, responsibility, and opportunity to make an impact.

Important Requirement:
You must have a minimum of 12 months' experience working within optics. Applications without this will not be considered.

Responsibilities:

• Dispensing to a wide range of patients
• Carrying out pre-screening tests confidently
• Frame styling, fittings, adjustments, and collections
• Advising on suitable lens and frame options
• Supporting reception and general admin duties
• Maintaining high standards of patient care throughout the journey
• Actively contributing to business growth and customer engagement

What's on Offer:

• Competitive salary up to £30,000
• Uncapped quarterly bonus scheme
• Closed on Sundays for a better work-life balance
• 28 days holiday
• Staff discount (25%)
• Team social events and days out
• Free nearby parking and excellent transport links

What we are looking for:
We're seeking a confident and experienced Optical Assistant who brings the right mix of clinical knowledge, sales ability, and personality.

• Experience across both independent and multiple optical settings would be highly advantageous
• Strong dispensing and pre-screening knowledge with confidence in delivering excellent patient care
• Naturally charismatic, with the ability to build instant rapport and deliver a first-class customer experience
• Proactive and self-motivated, with the initiative to stay busy and support both patient flow and business growth
• Strong sales ability, with confidence in recommending and upselling lens and frame options
• Positive, energetic, and a genuine team player who contributes to a supportive and upbeat working culture.

We Keep Things Simple and Supportive

At Inspired Recruitment Group, we don't believe in pushy sales or pressure tactics. Whether you're actively job hunting or just quietly curious about what else is out there, we're here for a confidential, no-obligation chat. We treat every conversation with respect and honesty-and we're with you every step of the way if you decide to move forward.

Interested - or know someone who might be a great fit - just reply to this email and we'll take it from there.

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We look forward to supporting you in taking the next step in your optical career-with zero pressure and complete confidentiality.

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