Optical Assistant Apprenticeship – Consett Specsavers Advanced Level 3 (A level)

Our Optical Assistant Apprenticeship (Level 3) gives anyone a chance to start an exciting career while earning a full-time wage. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about providing great customer service and would like a career in optics. You’ll make sure everything runs as smoothly by looking out for little problems that crop-up.

• By giving customers top-notch advice (as well as a warm welcome to the store)
• Booking in eye tests
• Pre-screening patients and measuring frames
• You’ll also make sure everything runs as smoothly as possible by looking out for any little problems that crop-up

What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?

• Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship Standard
• End-Point Assessment (EPA)
• Full-time 5 out of 7 days – including weekend working
• Daily on-the-job training in store – no college to attend
• Training provider – Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited

What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?

• An apprenticeship allows you to earn a wage, gain valuable work experience and industry specific competence
• Once you have completed the apprenticeship, you’ll be a fully qualified Level 3 Optical Assistant with a massive range of career options ahead of you

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Team working, Initiative

Things to consider

Before applying, please bear in mind the salary and check that you are able to travel to the store location on a daily basis.

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths, Grade 9-4 (A*-C) Essential

Employer Name

SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED

Training provider

SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED

Apprenticeship standard

Optical assistant 2022 (level 3)

How to apply?

To apply for this role and to find out more, please click on the apply button.

Applications may close before the deadline, so please apply early to avoid disappointment.