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Trainee Optical Assistant

Specsavers
Up to £12.91 per hour
Hamilton
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TL;DR

Key Takeaways

  • Earn up to £12.91 per hour plus bonuses.
  • Work 38.75 hours per week, including one weekend day, in Hamilton.
  • Gain experience in a customer-facing role with no prior experience needed.
  • Applications close when the role is filled.

About the Role

As an Optical Assistant, you don’t need to have previous experience. You will create an outstanding store environment for both customers and the team, ensuring every patient receives the best care.

Store

Based in our Hamilton store which has parking available and excellent transport links.

What’s on Offer?

  • Salary: Up to £12.91 per hour, depending on experience, plus team bonus and incentives.
  • Hours: 38.75 hours per week, including one weekend day.
  • Pension: Auto-enrollment into the pension scheme with employer contributions.
  • Specsavers Perks: Access to everyday discounts and savings.
  • WeCare: Employee support service for you and your immediate family.
  • Headspace: Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app.
  • Discounts: Eyecare and haircare discounts for you and your family.
  • Birthday: An additional paid day off on your birthday.
  • Family Leave & Sick Pay: Enhanced family leave and company sick pay.

What We’re Looking For?

  • Passion for providing excellent customer service and making customers’ lives easier.
  • Great teamwork.
  • Good initiative.
  • Confidence in using IT systems.
  • Excellent communication and listening skills.
  • Willingness to step out of your comfort zone and try something new.
  • Ability to receive feedback and be open to development.

Desirable Experience

  • Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment.
  • Experience in optics or Audiology business.
  • Basic knowledge/experience of optical and/or Audiology terminology.