Optical Assistant Apprentice — Launch Your Eye-Care Career

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

Job summary

A leading optical retailer in North Bersted is seeking an enthusiastic Optical Assistant Apprentice to join their store. This full-time role offers a paid apprenticeship of 15-18 months, allowing you to learn your trade while receiving extensive support from a dedicated team. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and have GSCE Maths at Grade 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent. Additional perks include free parking, discounts, and enhanced family leave, making this an excellent opportunity to kickstart your career in optics.

Benefits

£7.75 per hour

Free parking

Bonus after probation

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Specsavers Perks discounts

WeCare employee support service

Complimentary Headspace app subscription

Eyecare and hearcare discounts

Additional paid day off on birthday

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Must have great communication skills and the ability to work in a team.
• Individuals must have lived in the EU for 3 years or more with the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Great communication skills

Team player

Education

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

Job description

A leading optical retailer in North Bersted is seeking an enthusiastic Optical Assistant Apprentice to join their store. This full-time role offers a paid apprenticeship of 15-18 months, allowing you to learn your trade while receiving extensive support from a dedicated team. Ideal candidates will possess strong communication skills and have GSCE Maths at Grade 9-4 (A*-C) or equivalent. Additional perks include free parking, discounts, and enhanced family leave, making this an excellent opportunity to kickstart your career in optics.