Optical Assistant Apprentice

Specsavers; Bedford; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an Optical Assistant Apprentice in Bedford. This full-time role offers structured training and a chance to start a career in optics while earning a competitive salary. Ideal for enthusiastic individuals passionate about retail and customer service.

Benefits

28 days holiday plus your birthday off

Auto-enrollment into pension scheme with employer contributions

Structured training with a qualified assessor

In-store bonus

Qualifications

• No prior experience in the optical sector required.
• Must be able to commute daily to the store location.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming customers and booking eye tests.
• Pre-screening patients and providing style advice.
• Measuring frames and handling phone calls.

Skills

Customer Service

Enthusiasm

Education

GCSE Maths at Grade 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent

Job description

Join to apply for the Optical Assistant Apprentice role at Specsavers.

Location

Specsavers Bedford

About the role

Are you a proactive people person, passionate about retail and offering excellent customer service? If you've ever considered a career in optics, this Optical Assistant Apprenticeship could be perfect for you.

Our Apprenticeship scheme offers individuals of all ages the chance to enhance their skills and start an exciting new career while earning a full-time wage.

Who are we looking for?

Enthusiastic individuals interested in a career in retail, management, or optics, with:

• GCSE Maths at Grade 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent
• Right to work in the UK, having lived in the EU for 3+ years

Key responsibilities

• Welcoming customers
• Booking eye tests
• Pre-screening patients
• Providing style advice
• Measuring frames
• Handling phone calls

What we offer

• Full-time (37.5 hours/week), including weekends
• Salary: £8/hour
• In-store bonus
• 28 days holiday plus your birthday off
• Auto-enrollment into pension scheme with employer contributions
• Structured training with a qualified assessor
• Opportunity to deliver high-quality products/services in a retail environment

Additional info

Applicants should not have prior experience in the optical sector and must be able to commute daily to the store location.

Application details

Ready to start your career? Click the link below for more info about the Specsavers Apprenticeship program. Apply soon, as this job closes when filled!

Job specifics

• Seniority level: Internship
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job functions: Sales, Customer Service, Healthcare
• Industry: Retail