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Optical Assistant Apprentice in Carlisle

On-site in Carlisle·Full-time·Added today (last checked 3 Nov)

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Work mode
On-site, Carlisle
Contract
Permanent, full-time hours

Skills

Nice to have

Specsavers is hiring for this role in several places. This vacancy is in Carlisle.

Requirements

What we're looking 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

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

  • £8.20 per hour
  • 40 hours per week which will include weekend working
  • 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
  • We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
  • Discounted hearing and eyecare benefits for you and your family

The role

Are you 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.

What you'll do

  • Welcoming customers into store
  • Booking in eye tests
  • Pre-screening patients
  • Providing style advice
  • Measuring frames
  • Taking phone calls

Our store

Based in our Carlisle store

What's on offer?

You will have all the support you need and great training and development opportunities.

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 an Optical Assistant Apprentice.

Find out more

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.

Apprenticeships at Specsavers | Specsavers UK Careers

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.

Got what we're looking for? This job will close when it's filled, so don't delay, apply today!

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