Optical Assistant Apprenticeship

Dorchester, Dorset
Fantastic new store and great benefits - birthday day off, in store discounts plus more!
Newly reopened store with chance to progress in this stunning and historic Dorset town

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.  

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 £8.15 per hour with bonus potential after probation
40 hours a week
Birthday day off
Regular weekend days to be worked
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

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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Job Types: Full-time, Apprenticeship

Pay: £8.15 per hour

Benefits:

Company pension
Employee discount
Enhanced maternity leave
Enhanced paternity leave
Health & wellbeing programme
Store discount

Ability to commute/relocate:

Dorchester DT1 1DH: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Application question(s):

What GCSE grade or Functional Skill level have you achieved in Maths?
Please provide your date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY)
Please provide your full postcode

Education:

GCSE or equivalent (required)

Work authorisation:

United Kingdom (required)

Work Location: In person

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