Optical Assistant - Bury St Edmunds

Bury St Edmunds is a charming and well-established market town in Suffolk, known for its rich history, vibrant community, and blend of traditional character and modern amenities. The town’s picturesque high street is home to a variety of independent shops, cafés, and essential services, creating a welcoming, village-like atmosphere within the town. Surrounded by beautiful green spaces, including the stunning Abbey Gardens and nearby Thetford Forest, Bury St Edmunds offers an ideal setting for both families and professionals who appreciate a mix of town and country living.

Bury St Edmunds benefits from excellent transport links, making it a highly accessible town. The town’s railway station offers regular services to London Liverpool Street, with journey times of around 1 hour 30 minutes, as well as connections to Cambridge and Ipswich. Bury St Edmunds is also well-served by local bus routes and is conveniently located near key road networks, including the A14, providing easy access to both Cambridge and the wider East Anglia region. For air travel, Norwich Airport is just over an hour away by car, while Stansted Airport is also within reach for domestic and international flights.

We’re looking for a motivated and personable Optical Assistant to join our client’s team. As a key part of the practice, you’ll work in a supportive, welcoming environment that values both professionalism and enjoyment. The team is dedicated to nurturing your career growth and personal wellbeing, helping you succeed and feel fulfilled in your role.

Greet clients with a warm welcome, either in person or over the phone, ensuring they feel valued and cared for.
Work closely with other team members to determine the best optical solutions for clients, ensuring their needs are met with the highest level of service.
Focus on delivering exceptional service at every step of the client journey, from the initial consultation to follow-up care.
Handle appointments, manage patient records, and assist with the smooth running of the practice’s daily operations.
Assist clients in selecting eyewear, providing expert advice on frames, lenses, and contact lenses. Ensure all products meet client needs and preferences.
Build strong relationships with your team members, peers, and clients to ensure a positive, cooperative work environment.
Assist in managing stock levels, ensuring that products are available and well-maintained.
Competitive salary

If you are passionate about delivering excellent customer service and want to work in a dynamic and supportive environment, we would love to hear from you!

Send your CV to jayne@jaynemarriner.co.uk.

For any enquiries, please call or WhatsApp us at 07789510552.

Visit our website www.jaynemarriner.co.uk to explore more job opportunities and learn about our services.

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Optical Assistant - Bury St Edmunds

Greet clients with a warm welcome, either in person or over the phone, ensuring they feel valued and cared for.

Work closely with other team members to determine the best optical solutions for clients, ensuring their needs are met with the highest level of service.

Focus on delivering exceptional service at every step of the client journey, from the initial consultation to follow-up care.

Handle appointments, manage patient records, and assist with the smooth running of the practice’s daily operations.

Assist clients in selecting eyewear, providing expert advice on frames, lenses, and contact lenses. Ensure all products meet client needs and preferences.

Build strong relationships with your team members, peers, and clients to ensure a positive, cooperative work environment.

Assist in managing stock levels, ensuring that products are available and well-maintained.

Competitive salary