Optical Assistant Apprentice

Specsavers; Newport; On-site; Full time

Job summary

Specsavers is seeking enthusiastic individuals for the Optical Assistant Apprentice role in Newport. This apprenticeship offers comprehensive training and development in optics, along with a full-time wage and various benefits. Ideal candidates are passionate about customer service and retail, with a GCSE in Maths.

Benefits

28 days annual leave plus your birthday off

Perks and discounts through Specsavers

Additional benefits like sick pay and family leave enhancements

Qualifications

• No prior optical sector experience required.
• Must have the right to work in the UK.
• Must be able to travel to the store daily.

Responsibilities

• Welcoming customers.
• Booking eye tests.
• Pre-screening patients.
• Providing style advice.
• Measuring frames.
• Handling phone calls.

Skills

Customer service

Retail

Education

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

Job description

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About the role

Specsavers Newport Shropshire is looking for enthusiastic individuals interested in a career in optics. This apprenticeship offers training, development, and a full-time wage, ideal for those passionate about customer service and retail.

What’s on offer?

• £7.75 per hour
• 28 days annual leave plus your birthday off
• Full-time hours (37.5 hours/week)
• Perks and discounts through Specsavers
• Additional benefits like sick pay and family leave enhancements

Who is this for?

• Candidates with GCSE Maths (Grade 9-4 / A*-C) or equivalent
• Individuals who have lived in the EU for 3+ years and have the right to work in the UK

Role responsibilities

• Welcoming customers
• Booking eye tests
• Pre-screening patients
• Providing style advice
• Measuring frames
• Handling phone calls

Additional information

Applicants should not have prior optical sector experience and must be able to travel to the store daily. For more details, visit the Specsavers apprenticeship page.

Apply soon, as the role closes once filled!