Apprenticeship · Level 3
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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Crowborough Specsavers
Specsavers£16,033.05 a year
Crowborough
Expected closing date: Thursday, 29 October 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 3 Optical Assistant apprenticeship.
- Earn £16,033.05 per year while working 37.5 hours per week.
- Gain a qualification and a clear career path upon completion.
- Applications close on 2026-10-29.
About the Role
This apprenticeship will train you to become a qualified Optical Assistant.
What you'll be doing:
- Giving customers top-notch advice and a warm welcome.
- Booking optical tests.
- Pre-screening patients and measuring frames.
- Ensuring the smooth running of the store and identifying any issues.
Training:
- You will gain a Level 3 Optical Assistant apprenticeship standard qualification.
- Functional Skills in English will be provided if required.
- You will complete an End-Point Assessment (EPA).
- Training is delivered daily on-the-job in store; no college attendance is required.
- The training provider is Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited.
- Apprentices without Level 2 English and Maths will need to achieve this level prior to the EPA.
What happens at the end:
- Upon completion, you will be a fully qualified Level 3 Optical Assistant with a wide range of career options.
Skills:
- Communication
- Organisation
- Customer care
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications:
- GCSE Maths (grade 9-4 (A*- C)) - essential
Key Details:
- Wage: £16,033.05 per year
- Working week: Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, including weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.
- Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
- Start date: 2026-11-12
- Closing date: 2026-10-29