The role
Are you a caring individual looking to start your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place.
We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers.
Our store
Located in the heart of the bustling Princes Mead Shopping Centre, Specsavers Farnborough offers a welcoming and convenient setting for both customers and colleagues. The store is just a short 5‑minute walk from Farnborough train station and is well connected by several local bus routes, making commuting simple and reliable. For those who drive, there’s also easy access to nearby parking. With strong footfall, a lively retail environment, and a supportive in‑store team, Farnborough is a fantastic place to build and grow your career with Specsavers
Our team
The Farnborough team is a close‑knit, friendly, and highly skilled group of optical and retail professionals who take pride in delivering exceptional service to every customer. With experienced Optometrists, dedicated Dispensing professionals, and a supportive retail team, the store offers a collaborative environment where everyone works together to provide the best possible care. Colleagues are encouraged to grow, learn, and share their strengths, creating a positive atmosphere where new team members feel welcomed from day one. It’s a place where teamwork genuinely thrives, and where you’ll be supported to reach your full potential.
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:
- Up to £12.41ph, depending on age
- Full Time - 38.75 hours per week, 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
What we’re looking for?
Some of the responsibilities of this role include:
- Welcoming customers into store
- Booking in eye tests
- Pre-screening patients
- Providing style advice
- Measuring frames
- Taking phone call
Find out more
If you are comfortable with the responsibilities we’re looking for and are excited by this opportunity, we’re excited to hear from you.
Got what we’re looking for? This job will close when it's filled, so don't delay, apply today!
Key information
Location
Farnborough
- Trainee Optical Assistant
- Permanent
Apply by
13th April
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