Apprenticeship · Level 3
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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Cobham Specsavers
Specsavers£17,101.92 a year
Cobham
Expected closing date: Wednesday, 18 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 full qualification after 1 year and 6 months, with a start date of 2026-12-02.
- Applications close on 2026-11-18.
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.
Training
- You will work towards a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard.
- This includes an End-Point Assessment (EPA).
- The working week is 40 hours, full-time, 5 out of 7 days, including weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.
- You will receive daily on-the-job training in store, with no need to attend college.
- The training provider is Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited.
What Happens After
Upon completion, 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 9-4 (A-C))* is essential.
Key Details
- Wage: £17,101.92 per year
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
- Start Date: 2026-12-02
- Closing Date: 2026-11-18
- Apprenticeship Standard: Optical assistant 2022 (level 3)
- Training Provider: SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED