Optical Assistant Apprentice

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

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company with a supportive environment through an exciting apprenticeship program. This opportunity allows you to kickstart your career in optics while earning a full-time wage. Over 15-18 months, you will receive hands-on training and support from a dedicated team, preparing you to become a fully-fledged Optical Assistant. With perks like discounts, employee support services, and additional paid time off, this role is perfect for those passionate about customer service and looking to make a real difference in people's lives. Don't miss out on this chance to grow and thrive in a fantastic company!

Benefits

Discounts and savings portal

Employee support service (WeCare)

Complimentary Headspace app subscription

Eyecare and hearcare discounts

Additional paid day off on your birthday

Enhanced family leave

Enhanced sick pay

Qualifications

• Passionate about making a difference in customer service.
• Great listener and communicator with a team-oriented mindset.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming customers into the store and booking eye tests.
• Pre-screening patients and providing style advice.
• Measuring frames and taking phone calls.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Player

Customer Service

Education

GCSEs in 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 Pudsey, the store has free parking!

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 spend 15-18 months in a paid job, learning your trade while being supported by our friendly, passionate, and highly experienced team.

• 40 hours - weekend working is essential
• £7.75 an hour
• Specsavers Perks - discounts and savings portal
• WeCare - employee support service for you and your immediate family
• Complimentary Headspace app subscription
• Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family
• Additional paid day off on your birthday
• Enhanced family leave and sick pay

At the end of the 15-18 months, you’ll be a fully-fledged Optical Assistant.

Who is this Apprenticeship for?

If you meet the following criteria, you could be a great fit:

• Grade 9-4 (A*-C) GCSEs in Maths (or equivalent/predicted)
• 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 eye tests
• Pre-screening patients
• Providing style advice
• Measuring frames
• Taking phone calls

Find out more

If you’re ready to start your career with a supportive company, click the link below for more details about the Specsavers Apprenticeship programme:

Apprenticeships at Specsavers | Specsavers UK Careers

Please ensure you haven’t previously worked in the Optical Sector and can travel daily to the store location before applying. This job will close when filled, so apply soon!