Optical Assistant Apprentice – Kickstart Your Optics Career

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

Job summary

A leading optical retailer in Portsmouth is offering an Optical Assistant Apprenticeship for individuals passionate about retail and customer service. This role involves welcoming customers, booking eye tests, and providing style advice. Ideal candidates should have a GCSE in Maths at Grade 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent and a desire to pursue a career in optics. The apprenticeship provides extensive training, a competitive wage, and excellent benefits, including a discounted benefits scheme and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Starting salary of £7.55 per hour

Full time hours with bonus potential

Pension contribution

Discounted benefits scheme

Annual subscription to the 'Headspace' app

UK confidential employee helpline

Outstanding clinical and professional development

Qualifications

• Passionate about retail and providing exceptional customer service.
• Enthusiastic about pursuing a career in optics and retail.
• Ability to work weekends.

Responsibilities

• Welcome customers into the store.
• Book in eye tests and pre-screen patients.
• Provide style advice and measure frames.

Skills

Customer service

Communication

People skills

Education

GCSE Maths Grade 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent

Job description

A leading optical retailer in Portsmouth is offering an Optical Assistant Apprenticeship for individuals passionate about retail and customer service. This role involves welcoming customers, booking eye tests, and providing style advice. Ideal candidates should have a GCSE in Maths at Grade 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent and a desire to pursue a career in optics. The apprenticeship provides extensive training, a competitive wage, and excellent benefits, including a discounted benefits scheme and professional development opportunities.