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Optical Assistant Apprentice

£8.2 - £12.91 per hour
Full-time, Temporary

So, you’re a proactive people person, 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 and would like to pursue a career in retail, management or optics.   

Our business

Come and join the Dudley Specsavers store. The state-of-the-art store has all new equipment and is cutting edge in its design and customer/colleague facilities. Are you ready to join a super high performing business which is centred around colleague excellence and developing our teams to be the best and further their careers? All combined with regular social events, nights out and incentives.

Our team

We have a wonderful team of 40 dedicated people in our store ready and waiting for you to meet.   

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:  

  • £8.20 - £12.91 an hour
  • 37.5 hours a week - weekend working essential
  • We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
  • We’re incredibly proud that our in‑store apprentice was awarded Apprentice of the Year. It reflects the genuine care, coaching, and commitment we give to every member of our team.
  • Great progression and career opportunities - including becoming a Dispensing Optician!
  • Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
  • WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
  • Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app
  • Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family
  • Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you!
  • Enhanced family leave and company sick pay 

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 an 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! 

Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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