M J Housden Optician

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.

24/10/2025

JOB VACANCY

Dispensing Optician

Salary £30K-£34K depending on experience

We are looking for a qualified dispensing optician to support our optometrists. We welcome applications from newly qualified or experienced individuals.

Responsibilities include
Carrying out Dispensing role to a high standard. Maintaining an up to date knowledge of lenses and frames.
All your dispensing skills will be needed from taking measurements, fittings, adjustments, repairs, checking and ordering.
Dealing with reps so we have the most up to date frames for our patients.

As a practice we are keen to encourage and support colleagues wishing to further develop their skills. There will be the opportunity to enhance knowledge and skills to specialise further.

We are a well established Independent practice with a patient centred focus looking for someone with excellent people skills, good technical expertise 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 be part of an amazing team, and have a good sense of humour this is the job for you.

Salary Package including the following Benefits
Salary £30K-£34K depending on experience
Health Insurance
Workplace Pension
Support with training and skill enhancement
Staff discount
No Sunday or late night clinics
ABDO and GOC Fees Paid
Employee Assistance Program
Access to exclusive discounts to many products and services.

Please send CV's to jayne@mjhousden.co.uk or call 01309673801 for more information.

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19/09/2025

JOB VACANCY

Optical Assistant Full Time Position

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.
All your dispensing skills will be needed 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
Pension
Private Healthcare
Support with training and skill enhancement
Staff discount
No Sunday or late night clinics

Please send cv to jayne@mjhousden.co.uk or call 01309673801.

CLOSING DATE 30/09/2025

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18/09/2024

JOB VACANCY!
Receptionist
Looking for a full/part-time receptionist in our busy optical practice. No experience required as training will be given.
Job description
Looking after optometrist clinic/diary
Answering telephone
Ordering stock and contact lenses
Helping out dispensers
Cashing Up/ banking
Wages negotiable
Please email cv to jayne@mjhousden.co.uk
Send cv to
FAO Jayne
MJ Housden Optician
7 St Leonard’s Road
Forres
IV36 1DN
CLOSING DATE: 27th September 2024
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14/07/2024

JOB VACANCY!

Receptionist
Looking for a full/part-time receptionist in our busy optical practice. No experience required as training will be given.

Job description
Looking after optometrist clinic/diary
Answering telephone
Ordering stock and contact lenses
Helping out dispensers
Cashing Up/ banking

Wages negotiable

Please email cv to jayne@mjhousden.co.uk
Send cv to
FAO Jayne
MJ Housden Optician
7 St Leonard’s Road
Forres
IV36 1DN

CLOSING DATE: 28th July 2024

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04/12/2023

Optical Assistant Full Time Position

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.
All your dispensing skills will be needed 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
Pension
Support with training and skill enhancement
Staff discount
No Sunday or late night clinics

Please send cv to jayne@mjhousden.co.uk or call 01309673801.