Entry Level
TL;DR
Key Takeaways
- Start a career in optics as a Trainee Optical Assistant in Glasgow.
- Earn National Minimum Wage +20p per hour.
- Work 4-5 days per week with great benefits including discounts, Headspace subscription, and a birthday day off.
- No previous experience required, just a passion for customer service and teamwork.
About the Role
Specsavers is a household name and a high street staple. This Trainee Optical Assistant role could be perfect for you if you’re a proactive people person, passionate about retail and offering the best customer service.
As a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t need previous experience. You’ll 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
This role is based in our busy and well-equipped store in The Fort, Glasgow. It is easily accessible by car or bus.
What's on Offer?
- Salary: National Minimum Wage +20p per hour
- Working Hours: 4-5 days per week
- Benefits:
- Parking near store
- Auto-enrolment into the pension scheme with employer contribution
- Specsavers Perks portal for discounts and savings
- WeCare employee support service
- Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app
- Eyecare and haircare discounts for you and your family
- Additional paid day off on your birthday
- Enhanced family leave and company sick pay
- Great training and development opportunities
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