Optical Assistant Apprentice

So, you’re a proactive people person, passionate about retail and offering the best customer service? Sounds like you’d be a great fit here. If you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Optical Assistant Apprenticeship could be perfect for you. 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. We are currently looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about providing great customer service and would like to pursue a career in retail, management or optics. Our Store The store is based in the centre of Ryde, surrounded by shops, cafes and at the centre of the thirving independant shopping district on the beautiful Isle of Wight. Our team We have a wonderful team of dedicated people in our store ready and waiting for you to join them and a fantastic team of Directors and Managers looking forward to meeting you. 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. Starting salary of £8.20 an hour 40 hours a week to include weekend working Enhanced parental leave Health and wellbeing scheme and access to Headspace WeCare for medical support Staff discounts An extra day of for your birthday Fantastic progression and support Working for a certified "Great Place to Work" company: Working at Specsavers | Great Place to Work® UK 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 a Optical Assistant Apprentice. Individuals with GSCE Maths at Grade 9-4 (A*-C), or an equivalent level qualification 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