Apprenticeship · Level 3
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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Rushden Specsavers
Specsavers£17,101.92
Rushden
Expected closing date: Thursday, 5 November 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship.
- Earn £17,101.92 per year while working 40 hours per week.
- Gain a qualification and a wide range of career options upon completion.
- Applications close on 2026-11-05.
About the Role
This apprenticeship will train you to become a fully qualified Optical Assistant.
What You'll Do
- Give customers advice and a warm welcome.
- Book eye tests.
- Pre-screen patients and measure frames.
- Ensure the smooth running of the store.
Training
- Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard.
- Functional Skills in maths and English if required.
- End-Point Assessment (EPA).
- Daily on-the-job training in store – no college attendance required.
What Happens Next
Upon completion, 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
- GCSE Maths (grade 9-4 (A*-C)) - essential
Key Details
- Wage: £17,101.92 a year
- Working week: Full-time, 5 out of 7 days (including weekend working).
- Hours: 40 hours per week
- Duration: 1 Year 6 Months
- Start date: 2026-11-19
- Closing date: 2026-11-05
- Apprenticeship standard: Optical assistant 2022 (level 3)
- Training provider: SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED