Apprenticeship · Level 3
Closes in 13 days
Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Bitterne Specsavers
Specsavers£16,033.05 a year
Southampton
Expected closing date: Wednesday, 4 November 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Earn £16,033.05 per year while training for a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship.
- Gain hands-on experience and develop skills in customer care, communication, and organisation.
- Work full-time, 37.5 hours per week, including weekends.
- Applications close on 2026-11-04.
About the Role
This apprenticeship will train you to become a qualified Optical Assistant.
What You'll Do
- Give customers top-notch advice and a warm welcome.
- Book eye tests.
- Pre-screen patients and measure frames.
- Ensure the smooth running of the store by identifying and addressing any issues.
Training
- You will work towards a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard.
- This includes an End-Point Assessment (EPA).
- The working week is full-time, 5 out of 7 days, including weekend working.
- You will receive daily on-the-job training in store, with no college attendance required.
- The training provider is Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited.
- Functional skills English will be provided if required.
What Happens at the End
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, you will be a fully qualified Level 3 Optical Assistant with a wide range of career options.
Skills You'll Develop
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications Required
- GCSE Maths (grade 9-4 (A*-C)) is essential.