Trainee Optical Assistant — Full-Time Training & Growth

Specsavers; Downpatrick; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 24,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discounted benefits scheme

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Specsavers in Downpatrick is hiring a Trainee Optical Assistant. This full-time role (37.5 hours per week) emphasizes great customer service, learning on the job, and ongoing professional development within a supportive team of Opticians and Technicians.

No prior experience is required; you’ll receive comprehensive training and opportunities to progress across the business as you gain confidence and skills.

Qualifications

• No previous experience required; full training provided.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills are valued.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a busy retail environment.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Customer service

Communication

Teamwork

Job description

Specsavers in Downpatrick is hiring a Trainee Optical Assistant. This full-time role (37.5 hours per week) emphasizes great customer service, learning on the job, and ongoing professional development within a supportive team of Opticians and Technicians.

No prior experience is required; you’ll receive comprehensive training and opportunities to progress across the business as you gain confidence and skills.