Optical Assistant Apprentice – Start Your Optics Career

Specsavers; Margate; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free Parking

Specsavers Perks

WeCare Support

Headspace subscription

Eyecare discounts

Birthday day off

Enhanced family leave

Job summary

Specsavers Westwood Cross in the UK is offering an Optical Assistant Apprenticeship. You will train across store services, work with a friendly team, and gain hands-on experience in eye tests, frame measurements, and customer care.

The 15–18 month program includes extensive on-the-job training, structured learning, and progression to a fully qualified Optical Assistant. Applicants should have Maths GCSE and the right to work in the UK; prior optical experience isn’t required.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths grade 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent.
• EU residency of 3+ years with right to work in the UK.
• No prior experience in the Optical sector.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Communication

Team player

Customer service

Education

GCSE Maths (A-C)

Job description

Specsavers Westwood Cross in the UK is offering an Optical Assistant Apprenticeship. You will train across store services, work with a friendly team, and gain hands-on experience in eye tests, frame measurements, and customer care.

The 15–18 month program includes extensive on-the-job training, structured learning, and progression to a fully qualified Optical Assistant. Applicants should have Maths GCSE and the right to work in the UK; prior optical experience isn’t required.