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Inspired Selections
Are you an Optical Assistant with an interest in Audiology?
£26,000 – £28,000 + Incentives
Training and development into Audiology
No Sundays or Bank Holidays
The perfect mix between Optical & Hearing Care
A Driving License is essential for this role as you will be covering a number of practices around Surrey.
At Inspired Recruitment Group, we understand that exploring a new job opportunity can feel like a big step. That’s why we approach every conversation with care, confidentiality, and absolutely no pressure. If you’re an experienced Optical Assistant looking for a fresh start in a supportive, well-established practice, we’re here to help you take that step at your own pace.
The Opportunity
A very exciting opportunity has become available for an experienced Optical Assistant to join a well-established and respected optical practice group covering Surrey and surrounding areas.
This isn’t your typical Optical Assistant position!
Alongside your optical dispensing responsibilities, you’ll have the opportunity to develop new skills within hearing care, including training in microsuction and hearing aid support.
This is a varied, mobile role working across different practices, ideal for someone who enjoys meeting new people, providing excellent patient care and developing their career beyond traditional optics.
The Role
You’ll be responsible for delivering a high standard of patient care across both optical and hearing care services.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Dispensing spectacles and advising patients on frames and lenses.
- Taking accurate measurements, fitting and adjusting spectacles.
- Processing orders, focimetry and carrying out minor repairs.
- Supporting pre-screening and day-to-day practice operations.
- Training in microsuction ear wax removal.
- Supporting hearing aid fittings, basic repairs and troubleshooting.
- Assisting Audiologists and supporting the hearing care patient journey.
- Maintaining accurate patient records and delivering excellent customer service.
Full training will be provided within hearing care, making this a fantastic opportunity to broaden your existing optical experience.
About You
We’re looking for someone who is confident, personable and genuinely enjoys helping patients.
You’ll ideally have:
- A minimum of 12 months’ experience working within an opticians, including spectacle dispensing.
- Excellent communication and patient care skills.
- A positive, flexible attitude and willingness to learn and an interest into hearcare.
- Good organisational and IT skills.
- Confidence working independently and as part of a team.
- A willingness to travel between practices.
- A full UK driving licence and access to your own vehicle – essential.
Previous hearing care, microsuction or tympanometry experience would be an advantage, but isn’t essential, as training will be provided.
Salary & Benefits
You’ll receive a competitive package alongside opportunities for professional development.
- £26,000 – £28,000 salary, depending on experience.
- Incentive scheme and monthly rewards.
- No Sundays or Bank Holidays.
- 28 days’ holiday including Bank Holidays.
- Company pension and sick pay.
- Staff and family discounts.
- Full training and development within hearing care.
- Genuine career progression opportunities.
- Employee Assistance Programme (EAP).
- Team-building events and a supportive working environment.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
If you’re an experienced Optical Assistant who enjoys dispensing but would like more variety, new skills and the opportunity to progress, this could be an excellent next step.
You’ll have the chance to combine your optical experience with specialist hearing care training, while enjoying a supportive working environment and a package that offers a good work-life balance.
You don’t need previous hearing care experience – just a good foundation in optics, a positive attitude and the willingness to learn.
We Keep Things Simple and Supportive
At Inspired Recruitment Group, we don’t believe in pushy or pressured 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.
When you’re ready, get in touch with Chris at Inspired Recruitment Group:
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Call: 0121 778 6999
WhatsApp: 07926 455077
Email: chris@inspiredselections.co.uk
Website: www.inspiredselections.co.uk
What Happens Next?
Once you’ve applied, one of the experienced team at Inspired Selections will give you a call to discuss the role in more detail.
We’ll talk through your previous experience, what you’re looking for and whether the opportunity is the right fit.
If you’re happy to move forward, leave the rest to us and we’ll arrange the next steps for you.
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