Optical Assistant job in wirral

September 24, 2026

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Salary: Starting salary of £26,925 ( DOE)
Hours: Full time 40 hours per week Saturday or Sunday required
Location: Wirral
Experience: Must be able to dispense to all levels

We're working with a well-established high-street practice in Wirral that's looking for an experienced Optical Assistant to join their friendly and supportive team.

You'll be involved across the patient journey, including pre-screening, frame selection, dispensing and aftercare, so this would suit someone who enjoys variety and being hands-on within the practice.

There's a strong team around you, ongoing training and plenty of opportunity to develop, making this a great option if you're looking for somewhere you can feel settled while still progressing your optical career.

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

What's on Offer:

Starting salary of £26,925
Extra paid day off for your birthday
Pension contribution
Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family
Employee discounts, wellbeing support and benefits
Ongoing training and career development

What You'll Be Doing:

Dispensing and providing advice on lenses and products
Pre-screening customers ahead of their eye examination
Helping customers choose suitable frames
Adjustments, collections and aftercare
Working confidently in a busy, customer-focused optical environment
Building rapport and delivering a friendly, personal service

What We're Looking For:

Minimum 12 months' optical experience
Confident with both dispensing and pre-screening
A great communicator and natural team player
Someone who truly values great customer service
A professional with ambition to progress within optics

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.

IGOA

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