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Trainee Optical Assistant - Gloucester
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Trainee Optical Assistant - Gloucester
Trainee Optical Assistant at Specsavers (Gloucester Store) – Entry-Level Role
Are you a caring individual looking to start your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place.
We aren’t looking for people with years of experience—just passionate, hard-working individuals ready to confidently welcome and assist customers. Once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, the opportunities extend beyond your expectations:
- Plenty of professional training and development in different business areas
- Support from experienced Opticians and Technicians guiding your career growth
At Specsavers, you can shape your ideal career path.
About the Role
Our busy Specsavers store in Gloucester’s Eastgate Shopping Centre is more than just an eyewear retailer—it’s a thriving, customer-focused hub with:
- Seven test rooms catering to a diverse clientele
- Expert clinical services alongside stylish and affordable eyewear options
- Prime retail location with easy access to public transport, including Gloucester railway station and local bus routes
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The Gloucester Specsavers Team
This large and experienced team of 55–60 colleagues creates a dynamic environment, blending:
- Clinical professionals (optometrists, dispensing opticians)
- Optical assistants and support roles
- A supportive culture where collaboration and knowledge-sharing thrive
No matter your experience level, you’ll have the opportunity to develop and progress.
Benefits & Compensation
As well as strong training and support, we offer these excellent benefits:
- Hourly wage: £8.20–£12.91 per hour (plus performance-based bonus)
- Full-time contract: 38.75 hours/week, including one mandatory weekend shift
- Auto-enrolled pension scheme with employer contribution
- Specsavers Perks – a gateway to lifetime discounts on groceries, travel, fashion, and more
- WeCare – employee support service for work-life balance and wellbeing
- Complimentary Headspace subscription
- Exclusive eyecare and hearcare discounts (for you and your family)
- Annual Birthday Off – An additional paid day on your birthday
- Enhanced family leave and sick pay
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Responsibilities
Key responsibilities of this role include:
- Welcoming and assisting customers efficiently
- Booking eye tests for incoming patients
- Pre-screening patients before consultation
- Providing frame style and fit advice
- Measuring and adjusting frames as needed
- Answering phone calls and handling customer inquiries professionally
Next Steps
If you’re enthusiastic, detail-oriented, and ready to kickstart your career in optical retail, we’d love to hear from you!
This opportunity will close once filled, so apply today to secure your chance. Ready to grow with us? Start here.
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