Vision Express
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Retail Optical Assistant
HitchinFull-timePosted Nov 3, 2026
Job description
Retail Optical Assistant – Vision Express Where 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 Essilor. Luxottica 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 One. Sight Foundation Earn More at Vision Express Earn 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 Essilor. Luxottica, 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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