Optical Assistant Apprentice

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Are you a caring individual looking to start your career in an Optics environment? You’ve come to the right place. In addition to having great communication skills, you’ll also be a team player and have a real passion for making a difference, both in your development and within the business. 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, earning a full‑time wage.

Based in Exmouth, our store has a great team ready and waiting to meet you.

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.

• Salary - from £7.75 to £12.41 DOE
• Full time - 37.5 hours with weekend working
• Specsavers Perks – discounted benefits scheme
• Extra day off for your birthday
• WeCare – UK confidential employee helpline
• Free access to Headspace App
• Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
• Discounted hearing and eye care benefits
• Enhanced sick pay (after a year of service)
• Enhanced pay for family leave (Maternity/Paternity etc.)

If this is still sounding like you, we do need you to have a few skills to get started as an Optical Assistant Apprentice.

• 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

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

Ready to kickstart your career with a company that will support you to be the best you can be? For more detailed information about the Specsavers Apprenticeship programme, please click the link below.

Apprenticeships at Specsavers | Specsavers UK Careers

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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