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Optical Assistant Apprentice — e Career

Job in Eye, Suffolk County, HR6, England, UK
Listing for: Specsavers
Full Time, Part Time, Apprenticeship/Internship position
Listed on 2026-05-27
Job specializations:
  • Retail
    Retail Associate/ Customer Service, Customer Service Rep
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 8.2 - 12.91 GBP Hourly GBP 8.20 12.91 HOUR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Optical Assistant Apprentice — Start Your Care Career

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.

Our store

The Woking Specsavers store, located in the Victoria Place Shopping Centre, is a vibrant and customer-focused optical hub where you'll support a wide range of eye-care services. Its central position makes it highly accessible, with Woking Train Station just a short walk away. In addition, several bus routes stop close by making travel to and from the store convenient for both customers and team members.

With its central location and strong reputation for friendly, expert service, the Woking store offers a supportive and engaging place to help deliver the high standards Specsavers is known for.

Our team

Join a warm, welcoming and highly professional team at the Woking Specsavers store, where delivering outstanding customer care is at the heart of everything they do. Colleagues across the retail and clinical areas work closely together to keep the store running smoothly and ensure every customer receives the high standard of care Specsavers is known for. If you're looking to join a team that values collaboration, friendliness and professional growth, Woking is the ideal place to build your career.

What's

on offer?

Our apprenticeship scheme gives you the chance to really set yourself up for a great career in a fantastic company, and earn a full-time wage at the same time. You'll not only spend 15-18 months in a paid job, but also learn your trade while surrounded by our friendly, passionate and highly experienced team who'll support you every step of the way.

  • £8.20ph - £12.91ph
  • Full-time hours - 30 hours per week, to include weekend working
  • We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
  • Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
  • WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
  • Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app
  • Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family
  • Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you!
  • 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 as an apprentice, you'll be a fully‑fledged Optical Assistant.

Who is this Apprenticeship for?

If this is still sounding like a bit of you, we do need you to have a few skills to get started as an Optical Assistant Apprentice.

  • You'll need a grade 9-4 (A
    -C) GCSEs in Maths (or equivalent/predicted result)
  • Individuals who have lived in the EU for 3 years or more, with the right to work in the UK
What does the role involve?
  • Welcoming customers into store
  • Booking in eye tests
  • Pre‑screening patients
  • Providing style advice
  • Measuring frames
  • Taking phone calls
Find out more

For more detailed information about the Specsavers Apprenticeship programme, please click the link below.

Apprenticeships at Specsavers Specsavers UK Careers

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.

Got what we're looking for? This job will close when it's filled, so don't delay, apply today!

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