Optical Assistant Apprentice

Specsavers; Hampton; On-site; GBP 17,000 - 19,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specsavers Perks

WeCare/Headspace

Eye and Ear care discounts

Birthday leave

Job summary

Specsavers Hampton is offering an Optical Assistant Apprenticeship in a busy retail optical environment. You will start with a full-time wage while learning on the job, with supportive training and progression opportunities.

The role focuses on delivering excellent customer service and assisting with eye tests and product guidance. Applicants should have GCSE Maths (9-4/A-C) or equivalent and be eligible to work in the UK.

Qualifications

• Must have GCSE Maths (9-4/A-C) or equivalent.
• Eligibility to work in the UK (EU residents with right to work).
• No prior optical sector experience required; open to career starters.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming customers into the store.
• Booking in eye tests.
• Pre-screening patients.
• Providing style advice.
• Measuring frames.
• Taking phone calls.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Booking eye tests

Education

GCSE Maths (9-4/A-C)

Job description

Optical Assistant Apprentice - Hampton

So, you’re a proactive people person, passionate about retail and offering the best customer service? Sounds like you’d be a great fit here. If you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Optical Assistant Apprenticeship could be perfect for you.

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.

We are currently looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about providing great customer service and would like to pursue a career in retail, management or optics.

Benefits

• Hours: 40 hrs per week to include weekend working
• Salary: £8.20 per hour
• Specsavers Perks
• WeCare/Headspace
• Eye and Ear care discounts
• Additional 1 day annual leave for birthday
• Enhanced family leave and company sick pay for eligible colleagues
• Opportunities for further progression and training

Who is this Apprenticeship for?

• Individuals with GSCE 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, At Specsavers, we’re always looking to the future- which is where people like you come in.

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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.