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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Lymington Specsavers

Specsavers
£26,925.09 a year
Lymington

Expected closing date: Tuesday, 24 November 2026

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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Undertake a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship.
  • Earn £26,925.09 per year for 40 hours per week.
  • Gain a full qualification after 1 year and 6 months.
  • The closing date for applications is 2026-11-24.

About the Role

This apprenticeship will train you to become a 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 undertake the Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard.
  • Functional Skills in maths and English will be provided if required.
  • You will complete an End-Point Assessment (EPA).
  • Training will be full-time, 5 out of 7 days, including weekend work.
  • Daily on-the-job training will be provided in-store; no college attendance is required.
  • The training provider is Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited.
  • The specific training schedule is to be agreed upon and further details will be provided later.

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: £26,925.09 per year
  • Working week: Full-time, including weekend work (days and times to be confirmed).
  • Hours: 40 hours per week
  • Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
  • Start date: 2026-12-08
  • Closing date: 2026-11-24
  • Apprenticeship standard: Optical assistant 2022 (level 3)
  • Training provider: SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED