Apprenticeship · Level 3
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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Burnham-on-Sea Specsavers
Specsavers£17,101.92
Burnham-on-Sea
Expected closing date: Thursday, 19 November 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship with Specsavers.
- Earn £17,101.92 per year while working 40 hours per week.
- Gain a qualification and develop skills in customer care, communication, and organisation.
- Applications close on 2026-11-19.
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 appointments.
- 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).
- Functional Skills in English will be provided if required.
- The role is full-time, 5 out of 7 days a week, including weekend working.
- You will receive daily on-the-job training in store; no college attendance is required.
- Your training provider is Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited.
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 Required
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications Required
- GCSE Maths (grade 4) is essential.
Key Details
- Wage: £17,101.92 per year
- Working week: Full-time, including weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
- Start date: 2026-12-03
- Closing date: 2026-11-19
- Apprenticeship standard: Optical assistant 2022 (level 3)
- Training provider: SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED