Optical Assistant Apprentice

Specsavers Northampton

So, you’re a proactive people person, passionate about retail and offering the best customer service? Sounds like you’d be a great fit here. If you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Optical Assistant Apprenticeship could be perfect for you.

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.

We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about providing great customer service and would like to pursue a career in retail, management or optics.

We have a wonderful team of dedicated people in our store ready and waiting for you to meet.

• Salary: £9 per hour
• Hours:
  
  40 hours per week
• Holiday: 28 days per year, plus an additional paid day off on your birthday
• Pension scheme: auto‑enrolment with employer contribution (you contribute too)
• Specsavers Perks: access to a portal of everyday discounts and savings
• WeCare: employee support service for 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

• GSCE Maths at Grade 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent
• Lived in the EU for 3 years or more, with the right to work in the UK

• 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, please refer to the Apprenticeships at Specsavers page.

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.

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