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Optical Assistant Apprentice
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Optical Assistant Apprentice
Optical Assistant Apprenticeship
So, you’re a proactive people person, passionate about retail and offering the best customer service? If you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Optical Assistant 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 while earning a full-time wage.
About the Role
We are currently looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about providing great customer service and would like to pursue a career in retail, management, or optics.
Our Team
We have a wonderful team of dedicated people in our store, ready and waiting for you to meet.
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What’s on Offer?
As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we provide a comprehensive benefits package:
Benefits
- Hours: 40 hours per week (including weekend working)
- Salary: £8.20 per hour
- Specsavers Perks
- WeCare/Headspace support
- Discounts on eye and ear care
- 1 extra day of annual leave on your birthday
- Enhanced family leave and company sick pay (for eligible colleagues)
- Opportunities for progression and further training
Who Is This Apprenticeship For?
If this sounds like you, you’ll need the following:
- Qualifications: GSCE Maths at Grade 9-4 (A-C)* or an equivalent level qualification
- Work Rights: Must have lived in the EU for at least 3 years and have the right to work in the UK
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What Does the Role Involve?
- Welcoming customers into the store
- Booking in eye tests
- Pre-screening patients
- Providing style advice on frames
- Measuring customers’ frames
- Handling phone calls
Important Notes
- Essential: You must not have previously worked in the optical sector
- Location: You must be able to travel to the store location daily
- Application Closure: This job will close once filled – don’t delay, apply today!
For more details on the Specsavers Apprenticeship programme, visit: Apprenticeships at Specsavers | Specsavers UK Careers
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