Sidcup, Specsavers
Specsavers. A household name and a Highstreet staple. And you could be part of the team.
As an Customer Service Apprentice at Specsavers, you’ll be the friendly face at the heart of our stores working among a team of experienced professionals, delivering unmatched customer service every single day.
Opportunities for further progression and training
Become an Apprentice in our store and you’ll have everything you need to truly realise your potential – from experience in a full-time role to an industry-recognised qualification and the support of a global brand, all whilst earning a real wage.
This role is based in our Call Centre and will primarily require you to assist in the operation of the store to achieve sales targets and the delivery of excellent levels of customer service through the efficient answering of the telephone and appropriate direction of enquiries.
At Specsavers, we’re always looking to the future - which is where people like you come in. We are currently looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about providing great Customer Service and would like to pursue a career in retail or management. This Apprenticeship opportunity will give you the chance to spend 13 months building the skills and confidence that come with training in a paid full-time job, all the time surrounded by a friendly, highly-experienced team who will support you every step of the way.
Based in Wood Green has great access to tube and bus links.
Our team
We have a wonderful team dedicated people in our store ready and waiting for you to meet.
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:
* Salary: £7.50 per hour
* 28 days annual leave plus your birthday off
* Full time (40 hours) including weekend working
* Specsavers Perks – our discounted benefits scheme
* Annual subscription to the “Headspace” app
* WeCare – UK confidential employee helpline
* Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
* Regular team events and team building evenings
* At the end of your year as an apprentice, you’ll be a fully-fledged Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner .
Who is this Apprenticeship for?
* Individuals who have lived in the EU for 3 years or more, with the right to work in the UK
We’re looking for people who are passionate about providing great Customer Service and wanting to pursue a career in this area. It’s important that you are a great listener and communicator because that’s what excellent service is all about. You’ll need to be enthusiastic, motivated and a team player with a real determination to make a difference both in your development and the business.
It’s essential you haven’t worked in the Customer Service sector before, this is a new adventure, but you will need the organisation, commitment, motivation and enthusiasm to deliver the great customer service our Specsavers visitors love.
What does the role involve?
* Efficiently answer all telephone calls to the store
* Respond positively to customer enquiries and direct them to the appropriate department.
* Respond positively to and resolve customer complaints.
* Customers receive advice about when we can provide them with an appointment closest to their requested time.
* Customers receive a positive and friendly approach to excite them about their planned visit.
* Customers are advised of the current promotions and any relevant contact lens or product information.
* Customers details are requested in an empathetic manner.
* Customers are advised their hearing aids/glasses are ready or delayed as appropriate.
* Customers receive a reminder call / text.
* Customer details are recorded accurately.
At the end of your year as an apprentice, you’ll be a fully-fledged Level 2 Customer Service Practitioner .
Got what we’re looking for? Head to our website to learn more about the role and apply today.
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