Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Gosport Specsavers

Getting In Limited; Gosport; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering an exciting Optical Assistant Apprenticeship in Gosport. This role is perfect for those who enjoy working with people and providing top-notch customer service. As an Optical Assistant, you will be responsible for welcoming customers, booking eye tests, and assisting with pre-screening patients. You will receive comprehensive training without the need to attend college, allowing you to gain hands-on experience in a busy store environment. This apprenticeship not only enhances your skills but also opens doors to a fulfilling career in the optical field. If you're ready to jumpstart your career in healthcare, this opportunity is for you!

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer care skills are essential for this role.
• Teamwork and organisational skills will help ensure smooth operations.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and advice to clients.
• Book eye tests and pre-screen patients effectively.
• Identify and resolve any operational issues promptly.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Team working

Initiative

Education

Level 2 English and Maths

Job description

What do you want to search? Keyword Apprenticeship Type Location

Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Gosport Specsavers

Apply From: 20/02/2025

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 identifying and resolving any issues

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Gosport Specsavers

Employer Description

Specsavers have 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 who work across our 2,293 stores, as well as in our support offices and throughout the supply chain.

Vacancy Location

120 High Street, Hampshire, PO12 1DU

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000295153

Key Dates

Apply From

20/02/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-01-22 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-02-05

Training

Training to be Provided

• Level 3 Optical Assistant apprenticeship standard
• End-Point Assessment (EPA)
• Full-time 5 out of 7 days - including weekend working
• Daily on-the-job training in store - no college to attend
• Training provider - Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
• Apprentices without level 2 English and maths will need to achieve this level prior to taking the End-Point Assessment

Skills Required

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

Apply Now