Contact Lens Optician

Location: Chelmsford

Salary: Competitive salary of 40000 depending on experience
Experience Level: Must have previous experience working in an optician and must have a GOC number.

As a Contact Lens Optician theres nothing quite like the feeling of being part of the Specsavers team where youll be part of a family that works together to give every customer the best possible service. Your role in this is crucial. With one in three UK contact lens wearers coming to us for lenses and advice we ensure that millions of people get the right lenses at a price they can afford.

Specsavers in Chelmsford a social beacon of Essex & sister store Springfield are looking for a forward-thinking dynamic and clinically focussed Contact Lens Opticians. Our experienced team use the very latest clinical technology which allows them to improve patient outcomes. Collectively we have a clear-sighted vision to transform eye health in our community. As our next Contact Lens Optician you will have the opportunity to provide a first-class experience to every one of our patients.

At Specsavers in Chelmsford we also appreciate that as committed as you are to Optometry you have a personal life too thats why we can also offer flexibility when it comes to your working hours. Just talk to us about what you need and we can make something work to make sure you have a healthy work-life balance!

Whats on offer

• Competitive salary of 40k depending on experience
• Bonus
• Pension contribution
• Support with CET
• Exceptional clinical and professional development opportunities
• Access to cutting-edge clinical technology such as OCT
• Specsavers Enhanced Perks - Perks is our discounted benefits scheme.
• Subscription to the Headspace App
• WeCare UK confidential employee helpline

The Role in a Nutshell:

• Carry out contact lens fitting and aftercare in accordance with Company procedures and professional guidelines
• Deal with general enquiries and advise customers on contact lenses
• Ensure that all customers have a clear understanding of the contact lens options for their prescription. Advise customers on spectacle dispensing options including current promotions
• Ensure that appointment times are efficiently managed and that customer waiting time is minimized
• Provide insertion / removal instruction to patients as required

Then theres you

As a qualified Contact Lens Optician youll have what it takes to put customers at their ease. Youre also team-focused with a passion for what you do so youre always up-to-date with the latest developments in the industry. With this approach plus our exciting career development options youll stand every chance of going far.

About Specsavers:
Specsavers began 40 years ago with the vision of two optometrists Doug and Mary Perkins who set out to provide best-value eyecare to everybody. Their passion for optometry has led Specsavers to become the largest privately-owned optical group in the world delivering high-quality affordable optical and hearing care. And it continues to shape the lives and experience of thousands of colleagues who are developing their careers with us across the globe. We are proud of how far weve come as a business now we want to see you grow with us too.

Find out more

For more information or to apply please contact Katie Francome at Specsavers Recruitment Services on or email

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