Apprenticeship · Level 3
Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Specsavers Openshaw
Specsavers£16,033.05
Manchester
Expected closing date: Monday, 16 November 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Undertake a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship with Specsavers.
- Earn £16,033.05 per year while working 37.5 hours per week.
- Gain a full qualification as a Level 3 Optical Assistant after 1 year and 6 months.
- Applications close on 2026-11-16.
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.
- Perform pre-screening and measure frames.
- Ensure the smooth running of the store by identifying and addressing any issues.
Training
- You will work towards the Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard and complete an End-Point Assessment (EPA).
- Training will be delivered through daily on-the-job learning in the store, with no college attendance required.
- The training provider is Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited.
- You will undertake Functional Skills in English if required.
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: £16,033.05 per 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: 2026-11-30
- Closing date: 2026-11-16
- Apprenticeship standard: Optical assistant 2022 (level 3)
- Training provider: SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED