Optical Assistant - Chingford - Independent Opticians - Up to 30K

Optical AssistantChingford (Greater London (Waltham Forest))Reference: ZOP3168RW-1
  • Niche Eyewear
  • Luxury Independent
  • Hands On Team
  • Front of House Role
  • Salary up to 30K Plus Bonus
  • Some Sats Off

Optical Assistant – Chingford, East London – Up to £30,000

Full or Part Time | Independent Opticians | Private Focus | 3, 4 or 5 Days

Zest Optical recruitment is working with a respected independent Opticians in Chingford, East London to recruit an experienced Optical Assistant.

This is a stylish, community-led practice with a loyal patient base and a focus on unhurried, personal care. The environment is calm and quality driven, offering longer appointments and a private patient focus rather than high-volume testing.

The practice is known locally for its tailored approach, detailed dispensing and carefully curated eyewear collections. It is a quieter setting, so this role would suit someone proactive who enjoys taking ownership, supporting across the practice and keeping standards high throughout the day.

Optical Assistant – The Role

  • Independent Opticians in Chingford, East London
  • Fully private patient base
  • Single testing environment with quality-led service
  • Premium eyewear brands including Tom Ford, Jimmy Choo and Maui Jim
  • High value dispensing and styling consultations
  • Opportunity to spend time with patients to find the right eyewear solution
  • Supporting with complex queries and detailed fittings
  • Front of house and day-to-day practice support
  • Full or part time, 3, 4 or 5 days per week
  • Most Saturdays included, but they try and give 12 Saturdays off per year fully paid
  • Typical hours 9am to 5:30pm
  • Salary up to £30,000 depending on experience

Optical Assistant – The Person

  • Previous experience as an Optical Assistant
  • Independent practice experience would be ideal
  • Confident working with premium products and higher price points
  • Interest in fashion, styling and personalised service
  • Proactive and happy to take initiative in a quieter setting
  • Professional, friendly and team focused

This is a great opportunity for an Optical Assistant who enjoys working in a boutique style practice where service, detail and patient experience come first.

To apply, please send your CV to Rebecca Wood or call 0114 238 1726 for a confidential discussion

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Contact: Rebecca Wood
Email: rebecca.wood@zestoptical.com
Telephone: 0114 238 1726