Key Takeaways
- Start a career as an Optical Assistant Apprentice at Specsavers Dorking.
- Earn £8.20 per hour for a 40-hour week, with a 15-18 month apprenticeship programme.
- Gain on-the-job training and structured learning to become a fully-fledged Optical Assistant.
- Requires GCSE Maths (grade 9-4/A*-C) and no prior optical sector experience.
About the Role
Specsavers Dorking is seeking a caring individual to start a career in optics as an Optical Assistant Apprentice. This role offers the chance to develop skills and kickstart a new career while earning a full-time wage.
The Store
Specsavers Dorking is a customer-focused optical store offering a wide range of professional eye-care services, including comprehensive eye tests, OCT 3D eye scanning, children’s eye care, contact lens services, and specialist dry eye treatments. The store is committed to clinical excellence, outstanding customer care, and professional development.
The Team
The store is supported by a friendly, knowledgeable, and collaborative team dedicated to excellent customer service. The environment is supportive and inclusive, with a strong focus on teamwork and professional development.
What's on Offer?
- Duration: 15-18 months paid job.
- Pay: £8.20 per hour.
- Hours: Full Time - 40 hours a week, including weekend working.
- Pension: Auto-enrollment into the pension scheme with employer contributions.
- Benefits: Specsavers Perks (discounts and savings), WeCare employee support service, complimentary Headspace app subscription, eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family, an additional paid day off on your birthday, enhanced family leave, and company sick pay.
- Training: On-the-job training alongside structured learning, leading to becoming a fully-fledged Optical Assistant.
Who is this Apprenticeship for?
- Qualifications: Grade 9-4 (A*-C) GCSEs in Maths (or equivalent/predicted result).
- Right to Work: Individuals who have lived in the EU for 3 years or more, with the right to work in the UK.
- Experience: Must not have previously worked in the Optical Sector.
- Commitment: Ability to travel to the store location on a daily basis.
What does the role involve?
- Welcoming customers into store.
- Booking in eye tests.
- Pre-screening patients.
- Providing style advice.
- Measuring frames.
- Taking phone calls.
How to Apply
This job will close when it's filled, so apply today. For more detailed information about the Specsavers Apprenticeship programme, please visit the careers page.