Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Portsmouth Specsavers

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

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Optical Assistant Apprentice to join their dynamic team in Portsmouth. This exciting apprenticeship offers hands-on training and the opportunity to develop essential skills in customer service, communication, and teamwork. You will play a vital role in ensuring a smooth store operation by assisting customers with eye tests and providing top-notch advice. With a commitment to delivering high-quality healthcare services, this apprenticeship is a fantastic opportunity for those looking to build a rewarding career in the optical field. If you're eager to learn and grow in a supportive environment, this role is perfect for you.

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 assist with pre-screening patients.

Skills

Communication skills

Organisation skills

Customer care skills

Team working

Initiative

Education

Level 2 English and Maths

Job description

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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Portsmouth Specsavers

Apply From: 09/03/2025

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 as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop up.

Key Details

Vacancy Title

Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Portsmouth 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 who work across our 2,293 stores, as well as in our support offices and throughout the supply chain.

Vacancy Location

216-218 Commercial Road PO1 1HG

Wage Frequency

Custom

Number of Vacancies

1

Vacancy Reference Number

1000307570

Key Dates

Apply From

09/03/2025

Closing Date For Applications

2025-03-18 23:59:59

Interview Begin From

Possible Start Date

2025-03-30 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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