Entry Level
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Trainee Optical Assistant role based in Hartlepool.
- Earn up to £12.91 per hour, with potential for a monthly bonus.
- Full-time, 37.5 hours per week, including weekend working.
- Excellent training and development opportunities, plus a range of benefits including discounts and a virtual GP.
About the Role
As a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t need to have previous experience. You will be prepared to create an outstanding store environment for both our customers and our team, making sure every patient receives the best care in our stores.
Store
You will be based in our Hartlepool store which is easily accessible by public transport.
What’s on Offer?
- Salary up to £12.91 per hour (depending on experience)
- Monthly bonus available after probation
- Full time, 37.5 hours per week (will include weekend working)
- Access to Specsavers Perks – a portal of great everyday discounts and savings
- Extra paid day off to celebrate your birthday
- Access to WeCare – UK confidential employee helpline and access to a 24/7 virtual GP
- Complimentary subscription to the headspace app
- Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
- Pension scheme with employer contribution
- Discounted hearing and eyecare benefits for you and your family
- 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
- Prepared to step out of your comfort zone and try something new
- Able 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.