Optical Assistant Apprentice

Specsavers; Dorking, Minehead, Coventry, Port Glasgow; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering an exciting opportunity for individuals looking to begin their career in the optics field. This apprenticeship program provides a full-time wage while you learn on the job, gaining practical experience in a supportive environment. You will be welcomed into a friendly team where you can develop your skills and make a positive impact. With additional perks such as discounts on eyecare, enhanced family leave, and a complimentary subscription to the Headspace app, this is an ideal role for anyone eager to grow in a dynamic and rewarding setting. Don't miss your chance to join a forward-thinking company!

Benefits

Employee Discounts

Pension Scheme

Employee Support Service

Headspace App Subscription

Eyecare Discounts

Additional Paid Day Off on Birthday

Enhanced Family Leave

Company Sick Pay

Qualifications

• Great communication and listening skills are essential.
• Team player with a passion for making a difference.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming customers into the store and booking eye tests.
• Pre-screening patients and providing style advice.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Player

Listening Skills

Education

GCSE Maths (Grade 9-4)

Job description

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

Based in Dorking our busy and friendly store has great public transport links.

Our team

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

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.

• £7.75 per hour
• 40 hours per week
• 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

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.

• Individuals with GCSE Maths at Grade 9-4 (A*-C), or an equivalent level qualification
• 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

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 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.

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