Apprenticeship · Level 3
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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Dorking Specsavers
Specsavers£17,101.92
Dorking
Expected closing date: Wednesday, 18 November 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship.
- Earn £17,101.92 per year for 40 hours per week.
- Gain a full qualification after 1 year and 6 months.
- Applications close on 2026-11-18.
About the Role
This apprenticeship will train you to become a fully qualified Optical Assistant.
What You'll Do
- Welcome customers to the store and provide them with advice.
- 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.
- This includes an End-Point Assessment (EPA).
- You will also undertake Functional Skills in English, if required.
- The role is full-time, 5 out of 7 days a week, including weekend working.
- All training will be delivered on-the-job in the store, with no need to attend college.
- 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 9-4 (A-C))* 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: 2026-12-02
- Closing Date: 2026-11-18
- Apprenticeship Standard: Optical assistant 2022 (level 3)
- Training Provider: SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED