Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Dorking Specsavers

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

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits as an Optical Assistant Apprentice in Dorking! This role offers a unique chance to gain hands-on experience in a vibrant store environment while receiving comprehensive training. You will be the friendly face welcoming customers, booking eye tests, and ensuring a smooth operation. With a focus on customer care and teamwork, you will develop essential skills in the optical field. Join a well-established company that values its employees and offers a supportive learning environment. If you're ready to embark on a rewarding career in optometry, this apprenticeship is the perfect starting point!

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer care skills are essential.
• Organisational skills and initiative are key for success.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and book eye tests.
• Pre-screen patients and assist in resolving issues.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Team working

Initiative

Education

Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard

Job description

Apply to: Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Dorking Specsavers

Learning Provider: Delivered by SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED

Employer: SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED

Vacancy Description

• 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 identifying and resolving any issues

Key Details

Vacancy Title: Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Dorking Specsavers

Employer Description: Specsavers has been a family business for over 35 years, working with store partners to provide the best value in optometry, audiology, and other healthcare services. We operate in multiple countries, employing over 38,000 people across our 2,293 stores.

Vacancy Location: 110 High Street RH4 1BA

Wage Frequency: Custom

Number of Vacancies: 1

Vacancy Reference Number: 1000298912

Key Dates

Apply From: 08/02/2025

Closing Date For Applications: 2025-02-11 23:59:59

Interview Begin From: TBD

Possible Start Date: 2025-02-25

Training

Training to be Provided

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

Skills Required

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

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