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Job DescriptionIncrease your chances of an interview by reading the following overview of this role before making an application.Optical AssistantSo, youre a proactive people person ready to be the friendly face our stores need? Sounds like youd be a great fit here. So, if youve had previous optical experience as an Optical Advisor or Dispensing Assistant, this Optical Assistant role could be perfect for you.However, if you're keen to learn and have experience working in fast-paced retail environments, then we would love to hear from you. As an Optical Assistant, youll use your passion for the Specsavers brand, products and services alongside your incredible customer service skills, to create an outstanding store environment for both our customers and our team.Our storeBased in MacclesfieldWhats on Offer?As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:Full time 37.5 hours or open to part time (minimum 3 days)Specsavers Perks our discounted benefits scheme28 days holiday including Bank holiday (pro rata)Birthday day offEnhanced company sick pay after passing 3 month probationEyecare and Hearcare DiscountSpecsavers PerksWeCareEnhanced family leave (maternity/paternity)12.41 per hourWhat were looking for?If this is still sounding like a bit of you, we do need you to have a few skills to get started as an Optical Assistant.These include:Previous optical experience as an Optical Advisor or Dispensing Assistant or a willingness to learnPassion for providing excellent customer service and making customers lives easierGreat teamworkA good initiativeConfidence in using IT systemsExcellent communication and listening skillsPrepared to step out of your comfort zone and try something newAble to receive feedback and be open to development, knowing well be there to support and guide you throughout your process (with your openness and our guidance, your opportunities will be endless).Find out moreIf youve got all these skills, wed love for you to apply, but theres also some desirable experience that could set you apart from the competition if you have it.This includes:Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environmentExperience in optics or Audiology businessBasic knowledge/experience of optical and/or Audiology terminology.Checked all the boxes? xjdpvnf Nows the perfect time to apply!#LI-VA1