Optical Assistant Apprentice - Bitterne

Location: Bitterne, ENG, GB

Optical Assistant Apprenticeship

Bitterne, Hampshire

Fantastic benefits - birthday day off, amazing team with supportive Directors, in store discounts plus more!

So, you’re a proactive people person, confident speaking to others, passionate about retail and offering the best customer service? Sounds like you’d be a great fit here. If you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Optical Assistant Apprenticeship could be perfect for you.

Our Apprenticeship scheme gives people of all ages the chance to boost their existing skillset and kickstart an exciting new career as part of a forward-thinking business, all whilst earning a full-time wage.

We are currently looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about providing great customer service whilst being confident, friendly communicators who would like to pursue a career in retail, management or optics.

What’s on Offer?

As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:

Starting salary of £8.20 - £12.91 per hour

Bonus potential after probation

37.5 hours a week with weekend hours forming part of these hours

Your birthday day off as additional leave

No late nights

Pension contribution

Specsavers Perks – our discounted benefits scheme

Annual subscription to the “Headspace” app

WeCare – UK confidential employee helpline

Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities

Working for a certified "Great Place to Work" company

Who is this Apprenticeship for?

If this is still sounding like a bit of you, we do need you to have a few skills to get started as a Optical Assistant Apprentice.

Individuals with GSCE Maths at Grade 9-4 (A*-C), or an equivalent level qualification

Individuals who have lived in the EU for 3 years or more, with the right to work in the UK

What does the role involve?

Welcoming customers into store

Booking in eye tests

Pre-screening patients

Providing style advice

Measuring frames

Taking phone calls

Find out more

Ready to kickstart your career with a company that will support you to be the best you can be? For more detailed information about the Specsavers Apprenticeship programme, please click the link below.

Apprenticeships at Specsavers | Specsavers UK Careers

It’s essential that you haven’t previously worked in the Optical Sector. Before applying, please check that you are able to travel to the store location on a daily basis.

Got what we’re looking for? This job will close when it's filled, so don't delay, apply today!

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