Spectacle Technician Apprenticeship

Specsavers; Uckfield; On-site; GBP 15,000 - 17,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Auto-enrolled pension

Specsavers Perks

WeCare support service

Headspace subscription

Eyecare and hearcare discounts

Birthday paid day off

Enhanced family leave and sick pay

Job summary

Specsavers Uckfield store offers an Apprenticeship that runs for 15-18 months, providing full‑time wages while you train to become a qualified Spectacle Technician. You will work 37.5 hours per week, including weekend shifts, and gain hands-on experience alongside an experienced team.

On completion, you’ll achieve a full Level 3 Spectacle Technician qualification. The program includes structured learning and on‑the‑job training in a forward‑thinking optics environment with solid support from

Qualifications

• You’ll need strong communication and listening skills.
• You should be a team player with a customer‑focussed approach.
• GCSE Maths at grade 9–4 (A*–C) or equivalent is required.

Responsibilities

• Produce customer orders from scratch and interpret prescriptions.
• Interpret optical prescriptions and drawings and assemble glasses.
• Carry out testing and adjustments to ensure high quality products.
• Prepare and maintain materials and equipment for fittings and repairs.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Customer service

Education

GCSE Maths (A*-C) or equivalent

Job description

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

As well as being passionate and motivated in everything you do, it’s important that you’re also a great listener and communicator – as that’s what excellent service is all about. In addition to having great communication skills, you’ll also be a team player and have a real passion for making a difference, both in your development and within the business.

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.

Our store

The Uckfield Specsavers store is a large, well‑established practice with excellent facilities, including four fully equipped test rooms and a dedicated audiology room, supporting a busy and varied clinic. The store benefits from free parking available in nearby car parks, and also is accessible by train, with the train station located a short walk from the town centre (approximately 5–10 minutes on foot). The practice is also well served by local bus routes, with bus stops situated close to the store, providing convenient public transport links for commuting and local travel.

Our team

The team at the Uckfield Specsavers store is friendly, experienced, and highly supportive, creating a positive and welcoming environment for both colleagues and customers. The store is home to a strong mix of skilled optometrists, dispensing opticians, audiology professionals, and dedicated retail colleagues who work closely together to deliver excellent patient care. Teamwork and collaboration are at the heart of the practice, with a supportive leadership team that encourages development, ongoing training, and knowledge sharing. This creates a motivating workplace where colleagues feel valued, supported, and proud to be part of a community-focused store.

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.

• £8.21 per hour
• Full time - 37.5 hours per week, to include weekend working
• 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 and your family
• Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you!
• Enhanced family leave and company sick pay

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 Technician.

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 does the role involve?

Day-to-day, you’ll help us out by producing customer orders from scratch, interpreting optical prescriptions and drawings, correcting faults and re‑assembling of glasses, carrying out testing and adjustments, prepare and maintain materials and equipment. You’ll also make sure that you are producing the highest quality assured product.

Find out more

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.