Optical Assistant Apprentice

Are you a caring individual looking to start your career in an Optics environment? You’ve come to the right place.    

As well as being passionate and motivated in everything you do, it’s important that you’re also a great listener and communicator – as that’s what excellent service is all about. In addition to having great communication skills, you’ll also be a team player and have a real passion for making a difference, both in your development and within the business.  

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.  

Our store   

Located in the heart of Rawtenstall, the Rossendale Specsavers store is an exciting new practice due to open at the end of September, offering a fantastic opportunity to join a brand-new team from the very beginning. Situated on Bank Street in the town centre, the store is close to a variety of shops, cafés and local amenities, with free parking available both in front and behind the store. The location is also well served by public transport, with regular bus routes connecting Rawtenstall to Haslingden, Bacup, Bury, Blackburn and Manchester, making it easily accessible from across the region. As a newly opening store, colleagues will play a key role in shaping the customer experience and building a successful practice, while benefiting from the support, training and career development opportunities available through the trusted Specsavers brand.

Our team   

As Rossendale Specsavers is a brand-new store opening at the end of September, you'll be part of an enthusiastic and supportive team helping to establish a fantastic customer experience from day one. Many of the colleagues joining the store will be bringing their experience from the successful Specsavers Bury team, creating a strong foundation of knowledge, support and best practice. The team is passionate about delivering outstanding customer care and works closely together in a collaborative environment where everyone's contribution is valued. With a focus on teamwork, development and continuous learning, you'll have the opportunity to build your skills, gain confidence and progress your career while being supported by experienced and friendly colleagues

What’s on offer?   

Our apprenticeship scheme gives you the chance to really set yourself up for a great career in a fantastic company, and earn a full-time wage at the same time.  
You’ll not only spend 15-18 months in a paid job, but also learn your trade while surrounded by our friendly, passionate and highly experienced team who’ll support you every step of the way.

• £8.50ph
• Plus a performance-based bonus after successful completion of probation and relevant training
• Full Time - 40 hours, to include working a weekend day each week
• Free Parking!
• We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
• 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

Your on-the-job training will sit alongside structured learning and at the end of the 15-18 months as an apprentice, you’ll be a fully-fledged Optical Assistant.   

Who is this Apprenticeship for?  

If this sounds like something you’d enjoy, please take a moment to check you meet the criteria below before applying:

• You have GCSEs in Maths at grades 9–4 (A*–C), or an equivalent qualification
• You’ve lived in the EU for at least 3 years and have the right to work in the UK
• You’re not currently enrolled in another government-funded course 

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   

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.  

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