Trainee Optical Assistant — Launch Your Eyewear Career

Specsavers; Bedlington; On-site; GBP 11,000 - 18,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary £8.20–£12.91 per hour

Full time / Part time with weekendWork

Healthcare scheme

Specsavers Perks

Birthday day off

WeCare – helpline

Professional development opportunities

Discounted hearing and eyecare

Enhanced sick pay

Enhanced pay for family leave

Job summary

Specsavers in Girlington is seeking a Trainee Optical Assistant to start a rewarding career in retail optics. You don’t need previous experience; you’ll receive comprehensive training and support from experienced Opticians and Technicians as you welcome customers and learn on the job.

The role offers flexible hours (full-time 37.5h and part-time options), weekend work, healthcare, Specsavers Perks, birthday day off, and opportunity for professional development within the Specsavers network.

Qualifications

• No formal experience required; eager to learn and develop.
• Passion for helping customers and delivering great service.
• Willingness to work as part of a team and adapt to new tasks.

Responsibilities

• Assist customers on the shop floor and guide them through services.
• Support optical staff and learn through in-house training.
• Maintain store standards and contribute to a positive customer experience.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Active listening

Adaptability

IT literacy

Tools

IT literacy

Job description

Specsavers in Girlington is seeking a Trainee Optical Assistant to start a rewarding career in retail optics. You don’t need previous experience; you’ll receive comprehensive training and support from experienced Opticians and Technicians as you welcome customers and learn on the job.

The role offers flexible hours (full-time 37.5h and part-time options), weekend work, healthcare, Specsavers Perks, birthday day off, and opportunity for professional development within the Specsavers network.