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 over 15-18 months.
- Gain a qualification while working and learning on the job.
- Requires GCSE Maths grade 9-4 (A*-C).
About the Role
As an Optical Assistant Apprentice, you will be responsible for welcoming customers into store, booking eye tests, pre-screening patients, providing style advice, measuring frames, and taking phone calls.
What's on Offer?
- Paid Apprenticeship: A 15-18 month paid job with full-time hours (37.5 per week, including weekends).
- Training: On-the-job training alongside structured learning, leading to a fully-fledged Optical Assistant role.
- Salary: £8.20 per hour.
- Pension: Auto-enrollment into a pension scheme with employer contributions.
- Perks: Access to Specsavers Perks for discounts and savings, WeCare employee support service, complimentary Headspace subscription, and eyecare/hearcare discounts.
- 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.
How to Apply
This job will close when it's filled, so apply today!