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   

Specsavers Sevenoaks is a well‑established opticians and hearing care centre located on the busy High Street, benefiting from strong footfall within the main shopping area of the town. The store features five test rooms, enabling efficient appointment flow and high‑quality customer care. It also has excellent transport connections, with nearby bus stops and convenient access to Sevenoaks train station.  For customers travelling by car, there are several public parking options close to the High Street, including car parks such as Blighs and Suffolk Way within walking distance. Known for its friendly, professional team and supportive service culture, the Sevenoaks branch maintains a strong reputation within the community.   

Our team   

The Specsavers Sevenoaks store is home to a high‑performing team of 20, known for delivering exceptional customer care and maintaining outstanding professional standards. The team is consistently recognised for its friendly, supportive approach, with customer feedback highlighting their efficiency, strong communication, and high‑quality service across both optical and audiology care.  They work collaboratively to provide a smooth, positive experience for every customer, with quick turnaround times and a consistently high level of expertise noted in reviews.  This is a team that prides itself on creating a warm, welcoming environment and is well‑respected within the local community—an ideal setting for someone looking to grow their career with a supportive and well‑established store.

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.

• Salary of £7.75ph
• Full Time - 37.5 hours, to include weekend working
• 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 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.  

• You’ll need a grade 9-4 (A*-C) GCSEs in Maths (or equivalent/predicted result) 
• 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   

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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