Optical Assistant Apprentice

Specsavers Norge; Thirsk; Remote; GBP 9,600 - 12,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £8/hour

Pension scheme

Specsavers Perks

WeCare

Headspace access

Eyecare discounts

Job summary

Specsavers Thirsk is seeking an Optical Assistant Apprentice who is a proactive people person, passionate about retail and delivering great customer service. This apprenticeship offers full-time wages while you learn, with structured training to launch a career in optics, retail or management.

You will join a welcoming team in Thirsk, with support and development opportunities, and a range of benefits including pension auto-enrolment, Specsavers Perks, WeCare, Headspace, eyecare discounts, and

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Welcoming customers into store.
• Booking in eye tests.
• Providing style advice.
• Measuring frames.

Skills

Customer service

Face-to-face

Education

GCSE Maths (9-4) or equivalent

Job description

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.

Our store

Based in Thirsk our store has great access to transport links.

Our team

We have a wonderful team of dedicated people in our store ready and waiting for you to meet.

What’s on offer?

As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:

• Salary: £8 per hour
• We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
• Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
• WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
• Complimentary subscription tothe Headspace app
• Eyecareand hearcare discounts for you and your family

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 an 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
• Providing style advice
• Measuring frames

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.

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.