Apprenticeship · Level 3
Closes in 11 days
Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Kidderminster Crossley Specsavers
Specsavers£19,552.50 a year
Wyre Forest
Expected closing date: Monday, 2 November 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship over 1 year 6 months.
- Earn £19,552.50 per year while training on the job.
- Gain a full qualification and open up career options.
- Applications close on 2026-11-02.
About the Role
This apprenticeship will train you to become a fully qualified Level 3 Optical Assistant.
What You'll Do
- Give customers top-notch advice and a warm welcome.
- Book eye tests.
- Perform 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 a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard qualification and complete an End-Point Assessment (EPA).
- Training will be delivered through on-the-job learning in the store, with no college attendance required.
- Functional Skills in English will be provided if necessary.
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: £19,552.50 per year
- Hours: 37.5 hours per week
- Working Week: Full-time, including weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.
- Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
- Start Date: 2026-11-16
- Closing Date: 2026-11-02
- Apprenticeship Standard: Optical assistant 2022 (level 3)
- Training Provider: SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED