Apprenticeship
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Earn £8.20 per hour as an Optical Assistant Apprentice.
- Complete a 15-18 month apprenticeship to become a fully-fledged Optical Assistant.
- Requires Grade 9-4 (A*-C) GCSEs in Maths.
- This job will close when it's filled.
About the Role
As an Optical Assistant Apprentice, you will be trained to become a fully-fledged Optical Assistant over 15-18 months. This role involves welcoming customers, booking eye tests, pre-screening patients, providing style advice, measuring frames, and taking phone calls.
What's on Offer?
- Paid Training: Earn a full-time wage while you learn your trade.
- Duration: 15-18 months.
- Hourly Pay: £8.20 per hour.
- Hours: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week, including weekends.
- Pension: Auto-enrollment into a pension scheme with employer contributions.
- Perks: Access to Specsavers Perks for discounts, WeCare employee support, complimentary Headspace subscription, and eyecare/hearcare discounts for you and your family.
- Birthday Leave: An additional paid day off on your birthday.
- Enhanced Benefits: Enhanced family leave and company sick pay.
Entry Requirements
- 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.
- Must not have previously worked in the Optical Sector.
- Ability to travel to the store location on a daily basis.