Trainee Optical Assistant – Start Your Optics Career

Specsavers

Cramlington

On-site

GBP 26,000 - 29,000

Full time

15 hours ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme enrollment
Specsavers Perks portal
WeCare employee support service
Headspace app subscription
Eyecare and hearcare discounts
Birthday day off
Enhanced family leave and company sick

Job summary

Specsavers in Cramlington is seeking a proactive Trainee Optical Assistant. Join a friendly team and help create an outstanding store environment for customers and colleagues, ensuring every patient receives the best care.

No prior experience is required, with comprehensive training and development opportunities provided. The role involves up to 40 hours per week, including weekend work, in a convenient location with strong transport links and free parking.

Qualifications

  • Experience in fast-paced customer service is desirable.
  • Willingness to learn and develop within optics/audiology.
  • Strong communication and listening skills.

Responsibilities

  • Create an outstanding store environment for customers and the team.
  • Ensure every patient receives the best care in-store.
  • Support training and development opportunities for ongoing growth.

Skills

Customer service
Teamwork
Initiative
IT systems
Communication

Job description

Specsavers in Cramlington is seeking a proactive Trainee Optical Assistant. Join a friendly team and help create an outstanding store environment for customers and colleagues, ensuring every patient receives the best care.

No prior experience is required, with comprehensive training and development opportunities provided. The role involves up to 40 hours per week, including weekend work, in a convenient location with strong transport links and free parking.

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