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
The Specsavers store in Tewkesbury is a busy, customer-focused retail environment dedicated to providing high-quality optical and audiology services. Located in the heart of the town centre, the store is easily accessible, with strong public transport links including nearby bus routes and Tewkesbury’s close connections to Ashchurch for Tewkesbury railway station, offering regular services to surrounding areas.
Our team
The team at Specsavers Tewkesbury is a collaborative and supportive group of professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional customer service. Made up of experienced optical and audiology specialists, retail advisors, and clinical staff, the team works closely together to ensure every customer receives personalised care and expert advice. There is a strong focus on teamwork, with colleagues supporting one another in a fast-paced environment while maintaining high standards of service. The store fosters a positive and inclusive culture, encouraging ongoing training and development so that each team member can grow their skills and progress within the business.
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:
- £8ph - £12.91ph
- Full Time - 37.5 hours a 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!
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