Apprenticeship · Level 3
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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Canterbury Specsavers
Specsavers£21,893.58
Canterbury
Expected closing date: Wednesday, 28 October 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship over 1 year and 3 months.
- Earn £21,893.58 per year while working 38 hours per week.
- Gain on-the-job training and become a fully qualified Optical Assistant.
- Applications close on 2026-10-28.
About the Role
This apprenticeship offers the chance to become a fully qualified Level 3 Optical Assistant.
What You'll Do
- Provide customers with expert advice and a warm welcome.
- Book eye tests.
- Conduct pre-screening of patients and measure frames.
- Ensure the smooth running of the store by identifying and addressing any issues.
Training
- You will work towards the Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard.
- Functional Skills training will be provided if required.
- You will complete an End-Point Assessment (EPA).
- This is a full-time role, working 5 out of 7 days, including weekends.
- You will receive daily on-the-job training in the store; no college attendance is required.
- The training provider is Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited.
- The training schedule will be confirmed at a later date.
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 paths available.
Skills Required
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications Required
- GCSE Maths (grade 9-4 (A*-C)) is essential.
Key Details
- Wage: £21,893.58 per year
- Working week: Full-time, including weekend working (days and times to be confirmed).
- Hours: 38 hours per week
- Duration: 1 Year 3 Months
- Start date: 2026-11-12
- Closing date: 2026-10-28