Apprenticeship
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Earn £8.20 per hour as an Optical Assistant Apprentice.
- Complete a 15-18 month apprenticeship with on-the-job training and structured learning.
- Requires Grade 9-4 GCSE Maths and no prior optical sector experience.
- Applications close when the position is filled.
About the Role
As an Optical Assistant Apprentice, you will be trained to become a fully-fledged Optical Assistant over a 15-18 month period. This role offers the chance to start your career in an optics environment while earning a full-time wage.
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?
- Salary: £8.20 per hour
- Hours: Full Time - 37.5 hours per week, including weekends
- Duration: 15-18 months on-the-job training and structured learning
- Bonus: In-store bonus opportunities
- Pension: Auto-enrollment into a pension scheme with employer contributions
- Perks: Access to Specsavers Perks for everyday discounts and savings
- Support: WeCare employee support service
- Wellbeing: Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app
- Discounts: Eyecare and haircare discounts for you and your family
- Birthday: An additional paid day off on your birthday
- Leave: Enhanced family leave and company sick pay
Entry Requirements
- 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: It is essential that you have not previously worked in the Optical Sector.
- Travel: You must be able to travel to the store location on a daily basis.
How to Apply
This job will close when it's filled, so don't delay, apply today!