Spectacle Technician Apprentice

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

Job summary

A leading optics company is looking for a Spectacle Maker Apprentice in Southampton. This role offers the chance to earn a full-time wage while receiving training to become a qualified Level 3 Spectacle Maker. Candidates need to have a grade 9-4 GCSE in Maths and haven’t previously worked in the Optical Sector. The apprenticeship lasts 15-18 months, providing hands-on experience in a supportive environment, with benefits including employee perks and additional paid time off on your birthday.

Benefits

Employee discounts

Employee support service

Complimentary Headspace app subscription

Eyecare and healthcare discounts

Additional paid day off on birthday

Enhanced family leave

Company sick pay

Qualifications

• Must have grade 9-4 (A*-C) GCSE in Maths or equivalent.
• Individuals must have lived in the EU for 3 years or more with the right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Produce customer orders from scratch and interpret optical prescriptions.
• Correct faults and re-assemble glasses.
• Carry out tests and adjustments, ensuring high quality.

Skills

Proactive team player

Ability to interpret optical prescriptions

Attention to detail

Education

GCSEs in Maths (grade 9-4)

Job description

So, you’re a proactive people person and a great team player looking to start a career in Optics? If you are looking for a role that will allow you to use practical skills in a team environment, then you’d be a great fit here. If you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Spectacle Maker Apprenticeship could be perfect for you.

Our Apprenticeship scheme gives people of all ages the chance to boost their existing skillset and kickstart an exciting new career as part of a forward-thinking business, all whilst earning a full-time wage.

Our team

We have a wonderful team of dedicated people in our store ready and waiting to meet you.

What’s on offer?

Our apprenticeship scheme gives you the chance to really set yourself up for a great career in a fantastic company, and earn a full-time wage at the same time.
You’ll not only spend 15-18 months in a paid job, but also learn your trade while surrounded by our friendly, passionate and highly experienced team who’ll support you every step of the way.

• 37.5 hours a week to inlcude weekend days
• £7.75 an hour
• We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
• Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
• WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
• Complimentary subscription tothe Headspace app
• Eyecareand hearcare discounts for you and your family
• Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you!
• Enhanced family leave and company sick pay

Your on-the-job training will sit alongside structured learning and at the end of the 15-18 months as an apprentice, you’ll be a fully-fledged Level 3 Spectacle Maker.

Just to let you know, you may be invited to complete a few pre-recorded questions as part of your application for this role. Nothing to worry about, we think it’ll give you a great chance to showcase your personality and passion for Specsavers!

Who is this Apprenticeship for?

If this is still sounding like a bit of you, we do need you to have a few skills to get started as a Spectacle Apprentice.

• You’ll need a grade 9-4 (A*-C) GCSEs in Maths (or equivalent/predicted result).
• Individuals who have lived in the EU for 3 years or more, with the right to work in the UK

What does the role involve?

Day-to-day, you’ll help us out by producing customer orders from scratch, interpreting optical prescriptions and drawings, correcting faults and re-assembling of glasses, carrying out testing and adjustments, prepare and maintain materials and equipment. You’ll also make sure that you are producing the highest quality assured product.

It’s essential that you haven’t previously worked in the Optical Sector. Before applying, please check that you are able to travel to the store location on a daily basis.

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