Optical Assistant Apprentice — Start Your Eye Care Career

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

Job summary

A leading optical retailer in Brighton is seeking an Optical Assistant Apprentice to join their team. This full-time role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in the optics field while earning a wage. The apprenticeship will last 15-18 months, where you'll learn hands-on skills and receive training from seasoned professionals. You’ll participate in welcoming customers, booking eye tests, and providing style advice, all within a supportive and collaborative environment. Apply today to kickstart your career!

Benefits

£7.75 per hour

40 hours per week including weekend work

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Discount portal through Specsavers Perks

Employee support service (WeCare)

Complimentary Headspace subscription

Discounts on eye and hearing care

Additional day off on birthday

Enhanced family leave and sick pay

Qualifications

• Must not have previously worked in the Optical Sector.
• 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

Attention to detail

Education

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

Job description

A leading optical retailer in Brighton is seeking an Optical Assistant Apprentice to join their team. This full-time role offers a fantastic opportunity to gain experience in the optics field while earning a wage. The apprenticeship will last 15-18 months, where you'll learn hands-on skills and receive training from seasoned professionals. You’ll participate in welcoming customers, booking eye tests, and providing style advice, all within a supportive and collaborative environment. Apply today to kickstart your career!