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Optical Assistant

Hakim Group


Job Location:

Rochester - UK

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer
Posted: 20 August 2026 (9 hours ago)
Application Deadline: 17 November 2026
Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Whats in it for you
Optical Assistant Vacancy - Niall O Kane Optometrists

Were a friendly community-focused independent opticians where our people and our patients come first. As a Optical Assistant with us youll be part of a close-knit team in a beautiful high-end recently refitted practice that values your skills supports your growth and encourages you to thrive. Youll have the freedom to do whats right for each patient. If youre someone who truly cares about delivering exceptional patient care a role with us could be right for you.

The practice was established in 1981 and has built an outstanding reputation in the community for clinical expertise and luxury dispensing.

Our Brand Portfolio:

We have recently revamped our brand portfolio to introduce an exciting range of high-end luxury optical frames including Cartier Lindberg Maui Jim Götti Gucci Anne et Valentin and Örgreen.

You will also receive:
    • Up to 27000 per annum (depending on experience)
    • Opportunity to be sponsored for the Apprentice DO qualification (this year or next)
    • Opportunity to partake in brand events & training

    • CPD support & ongoing training opportunities

    • No Sunday or bank holiday working

    • Access to Westfield Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)

    • Retail discounts & Cycle to work scheme

We offer a range of benefits designed to support your wellbeing development and work-life balance.
About the Role
This is a fantastic opening for an Optical Assistant to join the welcoming team at Niall OKane this varied role you will be actively involved in carrying out pre-screening using specialist clinical equipment handling reception duties and dispensing quality eyewear while working alongside our qualified team of Dispensing Opticians and Optometrists. You will also have the opportunity to partake in exciting brand events and work with high-end luxury products in a truly beautiful environment.
In 2025 the practice underwent an extensive refurbishment creating a calm contemporary space that reflects the quality of care we provide and offers our patients the beautiful welcoming environment they deserve. This a rare chance to join our growing clinic. Here youll have the time to truly get to know your patients
About You
Were looking for someone who:
  • Has experience working in an opticians or clinical environment
  • Is confident operating specialist pre-screening equipment and handling front-of-house receptionist duties
  • Provides exceptional service and enjoys building long-term patient relationships
  • Enjoys working in a luxury clinical environment
  • Is confident professional and well organised
  • Truly cares about patients and delivering a warm high-end customer experience.

  • Enjoys dispensing frame styling and helping patients select bespoke eyewear.

  • Is ambitious and interested in career progression -with the opportunity to undertake the Apprentice Dispensing Optician course (either this year or next year!).

  • Full or part-time considered (minimum 4 days including Saturdays).

If youre ready to take the next step in your optical career - in a practice that values care professionalism and community - wed love to hear from you.
Whats Next

Click apply now and a member of our recruitment team will be in touch

Salary - Max
GBP 27000.00
Salary - Min
GBP 25000.00

Required Experience:

Junior IC


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The Hakim Group is the portfolio brand representing the group's business interests. Focusing on Independent Opticians but with a broad business portfolio.

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