Apprenticeship · Level 3
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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Hampton Specsavers
Specsavers£17,101.92
Hampton, London
Expected closing date: Thursday, 12 November 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Earn £17,101.92 per year while training for a Level 3 Optical Assistant qualification.
- Gain hands-on experience and develop key skills in customer service and optical care.
- The apprenticeship lasts 1 year and 6 months, with a start date of 2026-11-26.
- Applications close on 2026-11-12.
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 work towards a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
- This includes an End-Point Assessment (EPA).
- You will receive daily on-the-job training in-store, with no college attendance required.
- Your training provider is Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited.
- Functional Skills in English will be provided if required.
What Happens After Completion
Upon successful completion of the apprenticeship, 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)) is essential.
Key Details
- Wage: £17,101.92 per year
- Hours: 40 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: 2026-11-26
- Closing Date: 2026-11-12
- Apprenticeship Standard: Optical assistant 2022 (level 3)