Spectacle Technician Apprentice

Specsavers; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a caring individual to join their apprenticeship program as a Spectacle Technician. This full-time role offers a unique opportunity to earn while learning on the job, with structured training over 15-18 months leading to a Level 3 Spectacle Maker qualification. With accessible transport links and free parking, this position allows you to kickstart your career in optics, gaining valuable skills in a supportive environment. Enjoy perks like discounts, enhanced sick pay, and professional development opportunities while making a difference in customers' lives.

Benefits

Discounts

Birthday Leave

Employee Helpline

Professional Development

Enhanced Sick Pay

Family Leave Benefits

Qualifications

• Must have GCSEs in Maths or equivalent.
• No prior optical sector experience required.

Responsibilities

• Producing customer glasses and interpreting prescriptions.
• Maintaining materials and ensuring product quality.

Skills

Customer Service

Attention to Detail

Education

GCSEs in Maths (grades 9-4 or A*-C)

Job description

Join to apply for the Spectacle Technician Apprentice role at Specsavers.

Are you a caring individual looking to start your career in an Optics environment? You’ve come to the right place.

Our Apprenticeship scheme offers an exciting opportunity to boost your skills and start a career in a forward-thinking company, earning a full-time wage while learning on the job.

Based in Norris Green, our store is conveniently located on Broadway with accessible transport links and free parking nearby.

What’s on offer?

• Salary - £7.75 an hour
• Full-time hours - 37.5 hours with weekend work
• Perks including discounts, birthday leave, employee helpline, and professional development
• Enhanced sick pay and family leave benefits

During 15-18 months, you'll receive on-the-job training and structured learning, culminating in a Level 3 Spectacle Maker qualification.

Who is this apprenticeship for?

• GCSEs in Maths (grades 9-4 or A*-C) or equivalent
• Eligible to work in the UK, with at least 3 years residency in the EU

Role responsibilities include:

• Producing customer glasses, interpreting prescriptions, testing, and adjustments
• Maintaining materials and ensuring product quality

For more details and to apply, visit: Specsavers Apprenticeships

Note: Applicants must not have prior optical sector experience and should be able to travel daily to the store.