Spectacle Technician Apprentice

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

Job summary

Specsavers is offering a Spectacle Technician Apprenticeship in Northamptonshire, England. This role is perfect for proactive individuals looking to start a career in optics, providing hands-on training in a supportive environment while earning a full-time wage. Apprentices will gain essential skills and become fully qualified Level 3 Spectacle Makers after 15-18 months.

Benefits

Specsavers Perks - discounts and savings

WeCare - employee support service

Complimentary subscription to Headspace app

Eyecare and hearcare discounts

Qualifications

• No previous experience in the Optical Sector required.
• Individuals must have lived in the EU for 3 years or more.
• Ability to travel to the store location daily.

Responsibilities

• Reading lens and frame specifications from prescriptions.
• Using machines to cut lenses to the correct shape and fit.
• Assembling lenses into frames.

Skills

Great communicator

Eye for detail

Flexible and adaptable

Passionate people person

Organised

Hard worker

Good time management skills

Education

Grade 9-4 (A*-C) GCSEs in Maths

Job description

Specsavers Northamptonshire, England, United Kingdom

Specsavers Northamptonshire, England, United Kingdom

2 weeks ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Spectacle Technician Apprenticeship (Spectacle Maker)

So, you’re a proactive people person and a great team player looking to start a career in Optics? If you are looking for a role that will allow you to use practical skills in a team environment, then you’d be a great fit here. If you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Lab Technician Apprenticeship could be perfect for you.

Spectacle Technician Apprenticeship (Spectacle Maker)

So, you’re a proactive people person and a great team player looking to start a career in Optics? If you are looking for a role that will allow you to use practical skills in a team environment, then you’d be a great fit here. If you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Lab Technician Apprenticeship could be perfect for you.

Our Apprenticeship scheme gives people of all ages the chance to boost their existing skillset and kickstart an exciting new career as part of a forward-thinking business, all whilst earning a full-time wage.

What’s on offer?

Our apprenticeship scheme gives you the chance to really set yourself up for a great career in a fantastic company, and earn a full-time wage at the same time.

You’ll not only spend 15-18 months in a paid job, but also learn your trade while surrounded by our friendly, passionate and highly experienced team who’ll support you every step of the way.

• £7.75 - £12.41 per hour depending on age
• Full time 37.5 hours
• We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
• Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
• WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
• Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app
• Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you
  
  

Your on-the-job training will sit alongside structured learning and at the end of the 15-18 months as an apprentice, you’ll be a fully-fledged Level 3 Spectacle Maker.

Who is this Apprenticeship for?

If this is still sounding like a bit of you, we do need you to have a few skills to get started as a Spectacle Apprentice.

• You’ll need a grade 9-4 (A*-C) GCSEs in Maths (or equivalent/predicted result).
• Individuals who have lived in the EU for 3 years or more, with the right to work in the UK
  
  

What we’re looking for?

• Great communicator
• Eye for detail
• Be flexible and adaptable
• Passionate people person
• Organised
• Hard worker
• Good time management skills
  
  

The role:

• Reading lens and frame specifications from prescriptions
• Using blocking and glazing machines to cut lenses to the correct shape and fit
• Assembling lenses into frames
• Tinting of lenses to provide UV protection and a variety of colours
• Attention to detail
• Ordering frames and lenses
• Quality checking of completed glasses
• Good housekeeping and machine maintenance
  
  

It’s essential that you haven’t previously worked in the Optical Sector. Before applying, please check that you are able to travel to the store location on a daily basis.

Got what we’re looking for? This job will close when it's filled, so don't delay, apply today!

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Internship

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

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  Retail

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