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 Yate is a busy, customer-focused optical and audiology practice, dedicated to delivering high-quality eye and hearing care services to the local community. Conveniently located within the popular Yate Shopping Centre, the store benefits from a high footfall and a vibrant retail environment, with a wide range of shops, cafés, and amenities nearby. The area offers ample parking options and is well-served by local bus routes, while Yate train station is just a short distance away, providing easy connections to Bristol and surrounding areas. This accessible and well-connected location makes it an attractive and convenient place to work for both local residents and commuters alike.
Our team
The store is supported by a friendly and experienced team of 18 colleagues, creating a welcoming and collaborative working environment. The team brings together a mix of clinical and retail expertise, with everyone working closely to ensure the smooth day-to-day running of the store and a high standard of care for customers. There is a strong focus on teamwork, with colleagues supporting one another to achieve shared goals, develop their skills, and maintain a positive and engaging workplace culture.
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:
- £8.00ph - £12.71ph
- Full Time - 40 hours per week, to include working weekends
- We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
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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