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Optical Assistant Apprenticeship
Location: Okehampton, DevonHours: Full time - 40 hours (to include weekend working)
Salary: £8ph (£16,684.80 per annum)
Benefits:
- Free Parking
- Sales bonus after probation!
- Extra day off on your birthday
- Discounted hearing and eyecare benefits
- Enhanced sick pay
- Enhanced pay for family leave (Maternity/ Paternity etc)
- We Care employee support services
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. 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.
Who is this Apprenticeship for?- 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
- Welcoming customers into store
- Booking in eye tests
- Pre-screening patients
- Providing style advice
- Measuring frames
- Taking phone calls
What will you gain?
Your on-the-job training will sit alongside structured learning that will lead to a nationally recognised qualification. At the end of your time as an apprentice, you’ll be a fully-fledged Level 3 Optical Assistant. Over the course of eighteen months with us, you’ll: Earn a salary - Paid Monthly
Gain valuable work experience in a full-time roleReceive comprehensive and structured training, supported by a qualified assessor
Deliver high-quality products and services in an innovative retail environment
Become part of a team working towards a common goal
Be entitled to paid holidays
On top of everything we have to offer our apprentices, we’re just as happy to learn from you too! In this role, a head full of ideas will certainly come in handy and could make a real difference to how we do things right across the business. With us, you’ll always have the opportunity to make a difference.Even though we’re a relatively large company, the entrepreneurial spirit that got us off the ground is still at the heart of everything we do.
Ready to kickstart your career with a company that will support you to be the best you can be? For more detailed information about the Specsavers Apprenticeship programme, please click the link below.https://join.specsavers.com/uk/explore-careers/apprenticeships-and-future-talent-at-specsavers/apprenticeships-at-specsavers/
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. If you have any questions, please speak to a member of the Recruitment Administration & Support Service Team on 01566 771 888.
This vacancy will close once we have filled all available places. We therefore highly recommend early applications.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, ApprenticeshipPay: From £8.00 per hour
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee discount
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Sick pay
- Store discount
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Devon, EX20 1AN: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Application question(s):
- Do you have grade C or above (4 or higher) in GCSE Maths?
- Please confirm your full postcode
- Please confirm your date of birth (DD/MM/YYYY)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: In person