Optical Assistant Apprenticeship: Launch Eye Care Career

Specsavers; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 16,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Specsavers Perks

WeCare/Headspace

Eye and Ear care discounts

Birthday leave (1 extra day)

Job summary

Specsavers in Peterborough offers an Optical Assistant Apprenticeship that combines on‑the‑job training with a full‑time wage. This scheme supports people starting a career in optics and retail with clear progression opportunities.

The role includes welcoming customers, booking eye tests, pre‑screening, style advice, frame measurements and answering calls, with weekend hours. GCSE Maths and UK work rights are required, and daily store travel is expected.

Qualifications

• GCSE Maths at Grade 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent
• EU residence 3+ years with right to work in the UK

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

GCSE Maths (A*-C)

Right to work in UK

Job description

Specsavers in Peterborough offers an Optical Assistant Apprenticeship that combines on‑the‑job training with a full‑time wage. This scheme supports people starting a career in optics and retail with clear progression opportunities.

The role includes welcoming customers, booking eye tests, pre‑screening, style advice, frame measurements and answering calls, with weekend hours. GCSE Maths and UK work rights are required, and daily store travel is expected.