Optical Assistant Apprentice

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Are you a caring individual looking to start your career in an Optics environment? You’ve come to the right place. As well as being passionate and motivated in everything you do, it’s important that you’re also a great listener and communicator – as that’s what excellent service is all about. In addition to having great communication skills, you’ll also be a team player and have a real passion for making a difference, both in your development and within the business.

Our Apprenticeship scheme gives people of all ages the chance to boost their existing skillset and kickstart an exciting new career as part of a forward‑thinking business, all whilst earning a full‑time wage.

• 15‑18 months in a paid apprenticeship
• 40 hours a week – weekend working is essential
• £7.75 an hour + incentives
• Specsavers Perks – discount portal
• WeCare – employee support service
• Complimentary subscription to Headspace app
• Eyecare and hearing discounts for you and your family
• Paid birthday day off
• Enhanced family leave and company sick pay

Your on‑the‑job training will sit alongside structured learning and, at the end of the 15‑18 months, you will be a fully‑fledged Optical Assistant.

If you feel this sounds like you, we do need you to have a few skills to get started as an Optical Assistant Apprentice.

• Grade 9‑4 (A*‑C) GCSE in Maths (or equivalent/predicted result)
• Right to work in the UK (e.g., EU residency for 3 years or more)
• Cannot have previously worked in the optical sector

• Welcoming customers into store
• Booking eye tests
• Pre‑screening patients
• Providing style advice
• Measuring frames
• Taking phone calls

Ready to kickstart your career with a company that will support you to be the best you can be? For more detailed information about the Specsavers Apprenticeship programme, visit the website. It’s essential that you haven’t previously worked in the optical sector. Before applying, please check that you are able to travel to the store location on a daily basis. The job will close when it’s filled, so don’t delay – apply today!