Job Family: Apprenticeships & Future Talent | Job Category: Optical Assistant Apprenticeship
Apply by: 7th November 2024
Optical Assistant Apprenticeship
Specsavers Grantham
Salary: From £6.60 per hour, plus bonus
Hours: Full time – 37.5 hours per week, including weekends
Benefits: Extra day off for your birthday, discounted hearing and eyecare benefits, enhanced family leave, WeCare employee support services, discounts and cashback perks.
At Specsavers, we’re always looking to the future - which is where people like you come in. 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.
Based in the heart of the historic market town of Grantham, this store is conveniently located near the bus and train station, and with ample parking available nearby. Our modern, well-equipped store offers a rewarding work environment and excellent development opportunities.
Who is this Apprenticeship for?
* Individuals with GCSE Maths at Grade 9-4 (A*-C) or above, 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
* Providing style advice
* Measuring frames
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 apprenticeship, you’ll be a fully-fledged Level 3 Optical Assistant. Over the course of fifteen-eighteen months with us, you’ll:
* Earn a salary – paid monthly
* Gain valuable work experience in a full-time role
* Receive 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.
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.
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.
This vacancy will close once we have filled all available places. We therefore highly recommend early applications.
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