Apprenticeship · Level 3
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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship - Tring Specsavers
Specsavers£17,101.92
Tring
Expected closing date: Thursday, 5 November 2026
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TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Earn £17,101.92 per year while completing a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship.
- Gain hands-on training and a recognised qualification over 1 year and 6 months.
- Work full-time, 40 hours per week, including weekends.
- Applications close on 2026-11-05.
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 and identify any issues.
Training
- You will gain a Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard qualification.
- Functional skills English will be provided if required.
- You will complete an End-Point Assessment (EPA).
- Training is delivered through daily on-the-job training in-store; no college attendance is 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 Required
- Communication skills
- Organisation skills
- Customer care skills
- Team working
- Initiative
Qualifications Required
- GCSE Maths (grade 9-4 (A*-C)) - essential
Key Details
- Wage: £17,101.92 a year
- 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)