Launch Your Optics Career: Trainee Optical Assistant

Specsavers; South Shields; Hybrid; GBP 16,000 - 27,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Specsavers Perks

WeCare support

Headspace app

Eyecare discounts

Hearing care discounts

Birthday day off

Family leave

Sick pay

Job summary

Specsavers in South Shields is seeking a motivated Trainee Optical Assistant to help create an outstanding store environment for customers and colleagues. No prior experience is required; training and development opportunities are provided as you learn the optics business.

You’ll join a friendly team, participate in a busy retail setting, and support customers with service, product knowledge, and day-to-day store operations.

Qualifications

• Passion for providing excellent customer service.
• Great teamwork and initiative.
• Confidence in using IT systems and clear communication.
• Excellent listening skills and receptiveness to feedback.
• Open to development and guidance from the team.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Initiative

IT literacy

Communication

Feedback openness

Job description

Specsavers in South Shields is seeking a motivated Trainee Optical Assistant to help create an outstanding store environment for customers and colleagues. No prior experience is required; training and development opportunities are provided as you learn the optics business.

You’ll join a friendly team, participate in a busy retail setting, and support customers with service, product knowledge, and day-to-day store operations.