Optical Assistant Apprentice

Specsavers; Kidlington; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 14,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

40 hrs/week

£8.50/hour

Specsavers Perks

WeCare/Headspace

Eye & Ear discounts

Birthday leave

Enhanced family leave & illness pay

Progression & training

Job summary

Specsavers in Kidlington is seeking an Optical Assistant Apprentice to join our busy store. You’ll greet customers, assist with frame choices, book eye tests, and help pre-screen patients while training toward a qualification. This full-time apprenticeship offers practical on-the-job learning and progression into optics, retail or management.

Applicants should have GCSE Maths (9-4/A-C) or equivalent and the right to work in the UK. Travel to the store daily is expected; weekend work is included.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths at grade 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent.
• EU residence for 3+ years with the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

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

Education

GCSE Maths (9-4 / A-C) or equivalent

Job description

Optical Assistant Apprentice - Kidlington

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: £8.50 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?

If this is still sounding like a bit of you, we do need you to have a few skills to get started as a Optical Assistant Apprentice.

• 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

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.