Optical Assistant Apprentice - Hands-On Eye Care Training

Specsavers; Tring; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 19,000; Full time

Job summary

Specsavers is seeking an Optical Assistant Apprentice to join our stores across the UK. You will greet customers, provide advice, book eye tests, and assist with frame fitting while learning on the job.

This 1 year 6 month apprenticeship combines daily in-store training with weekend work and ends with a Level 3 Optical Assistant qualification. Start date 2026-12-07, closing 2026-11-22, with full support from Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths (grade 9-4, A*-C) required.
• Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard qualification preferred.
• Full-time 5 out of 7 days including weekends.
• Daily on-the-job training in-store; no college attendance.
• Training provider: Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited.

Responsibilities

• Provide top-notch advice and a warm welcome to customers.
• Book in eye tests and assist with appointments.
• Pre-screen and measure frames.
• Identify and address problems to keep store operations running smoothly.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Team working

Initiative

Education

GCSE Maths

Job description

Specsavers is seeking an Optical Assistant Apprentice to join our stores across the UK. You will greet customers, provide advice, book eye tests, and assist with frame fitting while learning on the job.

This 1 year 6 month apprenticeship combines daily in-store training with weekend work and ends with a Level 3 Optical Assistant qualification. Start date 2026-12-07, closing 2026-11-22, with full support from Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited.