Optical Assistant Apprentice

Specsavers; Manchester; On-site; GBP 16,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering an exciting Optical Assistant Apprenticeship for those passionate about retail and customer service. This full-time role allows you to earn while learning and developing your skills in optics. You will be welcomed into a supportive environment where you can thrive and grow your career. Your responsibilities will include assisting customers, booking eye tests, and providing style advice. With a focus on personal development, this apprenticeship is perfect for individuals eager to start their journey in a dynamic and rewarding field.

Benefits

Specsavers Perks

WeCare/Headspace

Eye and Ear care discounts

Additional 1 day annual leave for birthday

Enhanced family leave and company sick pay

Opportunities for further progression and training

Qualifications

• Enthusiastic individuals looking to start a career in retail or optics.
• GCSE Maths at Grade 9-4 or equivalent is essential.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer Service

Communication Skills

Teamwork

Education

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

Job description

Optical Assistant Apprentice - Hertford

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.

Hours: 37.5 hrs per week to include weekend working
Salary: £8.00 per hour (£15,600.00 per annum)
Benefits:

• 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 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.