Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Chester-Le-Street Specsavers

Getting In Limited; Chester; On-site; GBP 10,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits you as an Optical Assistant Apprentice with a renowned optical retailer. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of customer service, welcoming clients and assisting them with their eye care needs. The apprenticeship offers hands-on training and a chance to develop vital skills in communication, organization, and teamwork. This established company, a staple in the optical industry, is committed to nurturing talent and providing a supportive environment where you can thrive. If you're eager to embark on a rewarding career in healthcare and make a difference in people's lives, this apprenticeship is the perfect start.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer care skills are essential.
• Organisational skills and teamwork are highly valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and book eye tests.
• Pre-screen patients and ensure smooth store operations.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisational skills

Customer care skills

Team working

Initiative

Education

Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard

Job description

Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Chester-Le-Street Specsavers

Apply From: 10/10/2024

Learning Provider

Delivered by SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED

Employer

SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED

Vacancy Description

• By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
• Booking in eye tests
• Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
• Ensuring everything runs smoothly by looking out for any issues that may arise

Key Details

Vacancy Title: Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Chester-Le-Street Specsavers

Employer Description

Specsavers has been a family business for over 35 years, working together with our store partners to provide the best value optometry, audiology, and other healthcare services for our customers. You’ll find us in the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Spain, Australia, and New Zealand, employing over 38,000 people across our 2,293 stores, as well as in our support offices and throughout the supply chain.

Vacancy Location

66 Front Street, DH3 3BD

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000281169

Key Dates

Apply From: 10/10/2024
Closing Date For Applications: 2024-11-05 23:59:59
Interview Begin From: TBD
Possible Start Date: 2024-11-30

Training

Training to be Provided

• Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
• End-Point Assessment (EPA)
• Full-time 5 out of 7 days, including work on weekends
• Daily on-the-job training in a store - no college to attend
• Training provider - Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
• Functional Skills if required

Skills Required

• Communication skills
• Organisational skills
• Customer care skills
• Team working
• Initiative

Apply Now