Apprenticeship · Level 3
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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Evesham Specsavers
Specsavers£16,033.05
Evesham
Expected closing date: Tuesday, 10 November 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship over 1 year 6 months.
- Earn £16,033.05 per year while working 37.5 hours per week, including weekends.
- Gain a full qualification and open up career options within Specsavers.
- Applications close on 2026-11-10.
About the Role
This apprenticeship will train you to become a fully 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 by identifying and addressing any issues.
Training
- You will work towards a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard.
- Functional skills in maths and English will be provided if required.
- The apprenticeship includes an End-Point Assessment (EPA).
- Training is delivered daily on-the-job in the store; no college attendance is required.
- The 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: £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: 2026-11-24
- Closing Date: 2026-11-10
- Apprenticeship Standard: Optical assistant 2022 (level 3)
- Training Provider: SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED