Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Havant, Specsavers

Getting In Limited; Havant; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 24,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is offering an exciting Optical Assistant Apprenticeship in Havant. This role involves providing exceptional customer service, booking eye tests, and assisting with pre-screening patients. You'll gain valuable on-the-job training with no college attendance required, ensuring a practical learning experience. Join a family business that has been a leader in optometry for over 35 years, working alongside a supportive team in a dynamic environment. If you're eager to develop your skills in a customer-focused role, this apprenticeship is a fantastic opportunity to kickstart your career in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and customer care skills are essential for this role.
• Organisational skills and teamwork are crucial for success.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and advice in the store.
• Book eye tests and pre-screen patients effectively.
• Ensure smooth operations by addressing minor issues promptly.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Team working

Initiative

Education

Level 2 English and Maths

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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Havant, Specsavers

Apply From: 18/04/2025

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
• Making sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop up

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Havant, 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 service 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

36-38 West Street PO9 1PG

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000316055

Key Dates

Apply From

18/04/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-04-30 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-05-14 00:00:00

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

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