15/12/2025
WE ARE HIRING A SECOND OPTICAL ASSISTANT AND RECEPTIONIST!
JOB DESCRIPTIONS!
OPTICAL ASSISTANT
We are looking for an optical assistant to support our optometrists. We welcome applicants with any degree of experience as full training will be provided as required.
Responsibilities include
Carrying out Dispensing role to a high standard. Maintaining an up to date knowledge of lenses and frames.
Applicants without experience will be taught a full range of dispensing skills required to carry out all tasks from taking measurements, fittings, adjustments, repairs, checking and ordering.
Supporting all aspects of the practice to help the smooth running of the clinics.
As a practice we are keen to encourage and support colleagues wishing to further develop their skills. There will be the opportunity to expand knowledge and skills with further training.
We are a well established Independent practice with a patient centred focus looking for someone with excellent people skills, a willingness to learn plus a flare for style and eyewear fashion. Also a caring approach that helps retain our loyal patients and a good communicator are essential.
If you are looking for an opportunity to make a difference and can work well independently or as part of a team, and have a good sense of humour this is the job for you.
Salary Package including the following Benefits.
Private Health Cover
Workplace Pension
Support with training and skill enhancement
Staff discount
No Sunday or late night clinics
Employee Assistance Program
Access to exclusive discounts to many products and services.
Hours of work
Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri 8.45 - 17.45
Wed & Sat 8.45 - 13.15
RECEPTIONIST
We are looking for a full time/part time receptionist to join our busy family run optical practice.
No experience required as training will be given.
Job description
Looking after optometrist clinic/diary
Answering telephone
Ordering stock and managing contact lenses
Helping out dispensers
Cashing Up/ banking
Wages negotiable
Private Health Cover
Workplace Pension
No Sunday or Late Night Clinics
Employee Assistance Program
Access to exclusive discounts to many products and services.
Hours of Work (full time)
Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri 8.45-17.45
Wed and Sat 8.45-13.45
Part time hours negotiable.
For either position please email cv to jayne@mjhousden.co.uk
Or Send cv to
FAO Jayne
MJ Housden Optician
7 St Leonard’s Road
Forres
IV36 1DN
CLOSING DATE:31st December 2025.