Apprentice Technician - Vision Sciences & Dispensing Path

Aston University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted on-site parking

Cycle-to-work scheme

Job summary

Aston University in Birmingham is seeking an Apprentice Technician to join the Vision Sciences Technical Team in the School of Optometry. You will support teaching clinics, clinics, equipment and consumables, ensuring high standards and a positive experience for students and staff.

You will undertake in-house technical training and participate in the Dispensing Optician apprenticeship pathway, with supervision and ongoing development opportunities.

Qualifications

• We are looking for a practical, organised, proactive individual.
• Excellent communication skills and strong attention to detail are essential.
• A collaborative, customer-focused mindset is important for supporting teaching and clinics.

Responsibilities

• Assist with setup and preparation of optometry and audiology teaching clinics, practical sessions and clinical spaces.
• Check rooms, equipment and resources before sessions; escalate issues as needed.
• Support issuing, tracking, cleaning and safe return of clinical and teaching equipment.

Skills

Practical

Organised

Proactive

Teamwork

Customer service

Attention to detail

Job description

Aston University in Birmingham is seeking an Apprentice Technician to join the Vision Sciences Technical Team in the School of Optometry. You will support teaching clinics, clinics, equipment and consumables, ensuring high standards and a positive experience for students and staff.

You will undertake in-house technical training and participate in the Dispensing Optician apprenticeship pathway, with supervision and ongoing development opportunities.