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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Evesham Specsavers

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£16,033.05 a year
Evesham

Expected closing date: Monday, 26 October 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Undertake a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard over 1 year 6 months.
  • Earn £16,033.05 per year for 37.5 hours per week, including weekend working.
  • Gain a full qualification and develop skills in customer care, communication, and organisation.
  • Applications close on 2026-10-26.

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 eye tests.
  • Pre-screening patients and measuring frames.
  • Ensuring the smooth running of the store and identifying any issues.

Training

  • You will undertake a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard.
  • Functional skills in maths and English will be provided if required.
  • The programme includes an End-Point Assessment (EPA).
  • Training is delivered daily on-the-job in store, with no college attendance required.
  • The training provider is Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited.

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 You'll Develop

  • Communication skills
  • Organisation skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Qualifications Required

  • GCSE Maths (grade 9-4 (A*-C)) - essential

Key Details

  • Wage: £16,033.05 per year
  • Hours: 37.5 hours per week
  • Working week: Full-time, 5 out of 7 days, including weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.
  • Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
  • Start date: 2026-11-09
  • Closing date: 2026-10-26