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Specsavers

Optical Assistant Apprentice

Specsavers

. Welcome customers into the store .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeBlackburn • United KingdomEntry Level💰 £8 - £13 per hourWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong customer service skills and a commitment to providing style advice and support in an optical retail environment. Capable of completing the Optical Assistant Apprenticeship while engaging with customers and managing store responsibilities.

Highest-signal resume keywords
GCSE Maths Grade 9-4Customer ServiceOptical Assistant ApprenticeshipRetail Management InterestAvailability For 37.5 Hours

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Soft Skills
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Industry Keywords
Optical SectorPre-Screen PatientsBook Eye TestsMeasure FramesStyle Advice

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Welcome customers into the store
  • Book eye tests
  • Pre-screen patients
  • Provide style advice
  • Measure frames
  • Take phone calls
  • Complete the Optical Assistant Apprenticeship with training and development support

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • GCSE Maths at Grade 9-4 (A*-C), or an equivalent level qualification
  • Must have lived in the EU for 3 years or more
  • Right to work in the UK
  • Must not have previously worked in the Optical Sector
  • Ability to travel to the Blackburn store on a daily basis
  • Enthusiastic about providing great customer service
  • Interest in pursuing a career in retail, management or optics
  • Availability for 37.5 hours per week, including weekend working

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Access to Specsavers Perks – A portal of great everyday discounts and savings
  • Extra paid day off to celebrate your birthday
  • Access to WeCare – UK confidential employee helpline and access to a 24/7 virtual GP
  • Complimentary subscription to the headspace app
  • Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
  • Auto-enrollment into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
  • Discounted hearing and eyecare benefits for you and your family
  • Full-time wage while completing the apprenticeship
  • Training and development opportunities
  • Support from the store team