Optical Centre

Optical Centre Professional Family Eyecare. An independent opticians with practices located in Merthyr Tydfil, Moun
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🐰🐣 EASTER HOURS 🐣🐰Happy Easter to all our patients 🐥.Here are our opening hours of the Easter holidays. Please see both...
02/04/2026

🐰🐣 EASTER HOURS 🐣🐰

Happy Easter to all our patients 🐥.

Here are our opening hours of the Easter holidays.

Please see both slides as our Rhymney practice has different opening hours.

🏃‍♀️‍➡️ OUR GRACE IS OFF AGAIN 🏃‍♀️Help us support our Optician Grace who will be running the London marathon for the se...
25/03/2026

🏃‍♀️‍➡️ OUR GRACE IS OFF AGAIN 🏃‍♀️

Help us support our Optician Grace who will be running the London marathon for the second time in April for

We are all so proud of you Grace and have no doubt you will be amazing. We will be supporting you all the way 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️.

If you would like help support Grace on her fundraising journey the link for her Just Giving Page is in our bio - every penny helps.

Thank you in advance 🌟

👀 AMENDED POST 👀⭐️ WE ARE HIRING! ⭐️Our Optical Assistants are a key part of our Optical Centre team and play a crucial ...
17/03/2026

👀 AMENDED POST 👀

⭐️ WE ARE HIRING! ⭐️

Our Optical Assistants are a key part of our Optical Centre team and play a crucial role in giving our patients the best customer service experience.

We are looking to recruit a full time Optical Assistant. You should have excellent customer service and communication skills and a real passion to work within healthcare. Working as part of our team is an enjoyable and rewarding experience and may be exactly what you are looking for.

How to apply: By collecting an application form from one of our practices.

Position advertised: Optical Assistant (no experience necessary as training will be provided).

Job description: Optical Assistants perform Reception duties and pre-test assessments for patients (a more detailed job description is supplied with every application form).

Hours: Position is full-time and includes Saturdays

Wages: Above minimum/living wage

Closing Date: 31st March 2026

Location: Must be prepared to work in any of our four practices - Merthyr Tydfil, Mountain Ash, Rhymney & Ebbw Vale.

Start Date: 1st May 2026
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⭐️ WE ARE HIRING! ⭐️Our Optical Assistants are a key part of our Optical Centre team and play a crucial role in giving o...
02/03/2026

⭐️ WE ARE HIRING! ⭐️

Our Optical Assistants are a key part of our Optical Centre team and play a crucial role in giving our patients the best customer service experience.

We are looking to recruit a full time Optical Assistant. You should have excellent customer service and communication skills and a real passion to work within healthcare. Working as part of our team is an enjoyable and rewarding experience and may be exactly what you are looking for.

How to apply: By collecting an application form from one of our practices.

Position advertised: Optical Assistant (no experience necessary as training will be provided).

Job description: Optical Assistants perform Reception duties and pre-test assessments for patients (a more detailed job description is supplied with every application form).

Hours: Position is full-time and includes Saturdays

Wages: Above minimum/living wage

Closing Date: 20th March 2026

Location: Must be prepared to work in any of our four practices - the role will mainly be in Merthyr and Rhymney but will include other practices if required.

Start Date: 1st May 2026

19/01/2026

Help Us Help You

Optometrists are qualified healthcare professionals who diagnose and treat eye
health problems.

You can go to your usual practice or contact any high-street optometrist offering NHS services for advice and treatment.

Visit www.gov.wales/HelpUsHelpYou to find out more about NHS funded optometry services in Wales.

www.optical-centre.co.uk

19/01/2026

Help Us Help You

NHS funded eye tests are free for children, and regular examinations are important so that any eye health problems can be tackled sooner.

It’s quick and easy to book an eye test at your local optometry practice.

Visit www.gov.wales/HelpUsHelpYou to find out more about NHS funded optometry services in Wales.

www.optical-centre.co.uk

19/01/2026

Help Us Help You

If you are experiencing problems with your eyes, like red or sore eyes, floaters or flashing lights, an optometrist can provide you with free advice and treatment without needing to see your GP.

Visit www.gov.wales/HelpUsHelpYou to find out more about NHS funded optometry services in Wales.

www.optical-centre.co.uk

19/01/2026

Help Us Help You

Regular eye-health checks can help prevent and detect serious problems, and you should visit your local optometrist for an eye test every two years.

Visit www.gov.wales/HelpUsHelpYou to find out more about NHS funded optometry services in Wales.

www.optical-centre.co.uk

❄️ NOTICE TO ALL PATIENTS ❄️
09/01/2026

❄️ NOTICE TO ALL PATIENTS ❄️

23/12/2025

🎄✨ Wishing Everyone a Joyful Christmas! ✨🎄

Whether you’re surrounded by family, friends, or simply the glow of twinkling lights, may your Christmas be filled with peace, kindness, and a sprinkle of magic.

Here’s to cozy moments, sweet treats, and memories that shine brighter than any ornament. 🎄

Merry Christmas & A Happy New Year to all 🌟

Proud to sponsor Rhymney U10s football this season!Supporting our local young athletes as they grow, learn, and love the...
18/12/2025

Proud to sponsor Rhymney U10s football this season!

Supporting our local young athletes as they grow, learn, and love the game. ⚽️
Wishing the team a fantastic year ahead — let’s go Rhymney! 💪💙

www.optical-centre.co.uk


🎄 The Great Festive Dress Up 🎄Our amazing team have been raising money last Friday for The Great Festive Dress Up in sup...
15/12/2025

🎄 The Great Festive Dress Up 🎄
Our amazing team have been raising money last Friday for The Great Festive Dress Up in support of Hospice of the Valleys!
Everyone got involved to help make a difference. Thank you to all staff for your generosity and Christmas spirit! ❤️✨

www.optical-centre.co.uk

Address

138A High Street
Merthyr Tydfil
CF478DN

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+441685388384

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Why Choose Us?

In a world where everyone is chasing your custom with seemingly amazing deals wherever you look, how can you decide which Optometrist to choose?

Your eyesight is priceless and deserves the best possible care at all times. That’s why we recommend regular eye examinations at a practice offering you the highest standards of professional eyecare. We will treat you as an individual and only recommend the products that we, in our professional opinion believe will provide you with the best possible eyecare solution.

As an independent opticians we are free to offer you the best frames from a wide range of manufacturers. This means you’ll find a wide range of attractive designs at reasonable prices. You can take as long as you need to select your frames with no pressure to buy.

We only offer high quality lenses including the latest advanced varifocals and ultra-thin & light lenses. These will give you better quality vision and make your glasses look better and feel more comfortable. We also offer the latest contact lenses giving your eyes the greatest comfort, sharpest vision & best oxygen and hydration levels available. Our eye examinations offer much more than just checking to see if you need glasses.