Apprenticeship
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Start a career as an Optical Assistant Apprentice with Specsavers.
- Earn £8.20 per hour for 37.5 hours per week.
- Complete 15-18 months of paid on-the-job training and structured learning.
- Requires Grade 9-4 (A*-C) GCSEs in Maths and no prior optical sector experience.
About the Role
This is a permanent, full-time apprenticeship opportunity to become a fully-fledged Optical Assistant.
What You'll Do
- Welcome customers into store
- Book eye tests
- Pre-screen patients
- Provide style advice
- Measure frames
- Take phone calls
What's On Offer?
- A paid job for 15-18 months, with structured learning alongside on-the-job training.
- £8.20 per hour.
- Full-time hours: 37.5 hours per week, including weekends.
- In-store bonus.
- Auto-enrollment into the pension scheme with employer contributions.
- Specsavers Perks: a portal for everyday discounts and savings.
- WeCare: employee support service.
- Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app.
- Eyecare and healthcare discounts for you and your family.
- An additional paid day off on your birthday.
- 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.
- You must not have previously worked in the Optical Sector.
- Ability to travel to the store location on a daily basis.
How to Apply
This job will close when it's filled, so apply today!