Apprenticeship · Level 3
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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Specsavers Fakenham
Specsavers£15,642 a year
Fakenham
Expected closing date: Friday, 20 November 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Earn £15,642 per year while training for a Level 3 Optical Assistant qualification.
- Work 37.5 hours per week, including weekends, in Fakenham.
- Gain on-the-job training and develop key skills in customer service and organisation.
- Applications close on 2026-11-20.
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 resolving any issues.
Training
- You will work towards the Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard.
- Functional skills in English will be provided if required.
- The apprenticeship includes an End-Point Assessment (EPA).
- Training is delivered on-the-job in store, with no college attendance 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 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: £15,642 a 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: 2026-12-07
- Closing date: 2026-11-20
- Apprenticeship standard: Optical assistant 2022 (level 3)
- Training provider: SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED