Premium Optical Retail Assistant | Eye Care & Bonuses

Job description

Overview Retail Optical Assistant – Vision ExpressWhere customer service meets premium eyewear and med-tech innovation.Are you looking for a retail role in eye care where you can grow, learn, and make a difference? Join Vision Express, part of the global EssilorLuxottica group, and work with leading brands like Ray-Ban, Meta, Oakley, Prada & Nuance.

What You'll Do

Deliver confident personalised customer service and product advice

Learn to adjust frames, assist with fittings, and carry out minor repairs

Support pre-screening eye tests using the latest optical technology

Keep the store running smoothly with admin and support tasks

What You'll Get

£350 towards frames or designer sunglasses, with unlimited spend on lenses

33 days holiday with buy/sell options

Family & friends discounts + free eye tests

Employee wellbeing support

Opportunities to support global vision through the OneSight Foundation

Earn More at Vision ExpressEarn monthly bonuses on top of your salary. Full-time Optical Assistants meeting targets can earn £85–£520/month bonus — with uncapped potential for high performers. Your performance matters — and it pays off.

What We're Looking For

Confident engaging with customers and recommending products

Passionate about eyewear, style, and comfortable with digital tools

Positive team player with a can-do attitude

Strong communicator who listens and understands customer needs

Why Vision Express?With over 590 stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we're a leading optical retailer and a growing med-tech business. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, we invest in innovation, people, and your career development.

Ready to start your career in optical retail? Apply now and see your future clearly.

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

North Shields

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Profession type

Retail

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English