Optical Assistant Apprentice

1 week ago

Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Specsavers Full time

Job Role: Optical Assistant Apprenticeship
Location: Daventry
Working hours: Full time to include - 40 hours per week

Hourly: 6.60 per hour
28 days holiday
Uniform provided and paid for

Free Parking

At Specsavers, were 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, its 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 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
  • 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 apprenticeship, you'll be a fully-fledgedLevel 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, were 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 were 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.


Its essential that you havent 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 availableplaces. We therefore highly recommend early applications.

  • Optical Assistant

    7 days ago

    Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Specsavers Full time

    Optical AssistantStore - Kettering Hours - 37.5 hours per week to include Sunday working Salary - Depending on experience 28 days holiday plus your birthday off Uniform provided and paid for Previous optical experience is essential for this roleJoin our team as an Optical Assistant, and you'll discover why at Specsavers, we pride ourselves on providing the...

  • Optical Assistant

    1 week ago

    Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Specsavers Full time

    Optical AssistantSpecsavers CorbyHours: Full time (36.5 hours per week), including every SundaySalary: Up to 11.64 per hour, plus benefits!Are you a caring individual looking to continue your career as an Optical Assistant? You've come to the right place. Were looking for passionate, hard-workers with some previous optical experience ready to confidently...

  • Apprentice Facilities Team Member

    4 weeks ago

    Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Empower Digital Limited Full time

    Apprentice Leisure Team Member L2 Full Time Up to 40 hours Trilogy Active is recruiting for an Apprentice Leisure Team Member to work as part of their already enthusiastic, hardworking, and friendly team. The key role of a Leisure Team Member is to support, enhance and deliver the day-to-day operations and services of a leisure / fitness facility. ...

  • Teacher Apprentice

    1 month ago

    Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom The Progress Group Full time

    Progress Schools is on the lookout for dynamic and creative SEN Teachers to join our alternative education community! If you're passionate about fostering a love for learning, embracing diversity, and encouraging students to think beyond the traditional, we want to hear from you! Progress Schools is part of The Progress Group, the Group is made up of...

  • Community Sport and Health Officer Apprentice

    4 weeks ago

    Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Empower Digital Limited Full time

    Community Sport and Health Officer (Level 3 Apprentice) Location Vacancy at Danes Camp Leisure Centre, NN4 0RX Vacancy at Lings Forum Leisure Centre, NN3 8UA Full Time 30- 40 hours Trilogy Active is recruiting for a Community Sport and Health Officer Apprentice to work as part of their already enthusiastic, hardworking, and friendly team. The key...

  • Adult Care Trainer

    2 months ago

    Northamptonshire, United Kingdom FIND | Creating Futures Full time

    FIND are a specialist staffing business, servicing the Skills, Learning & Apprenticeship markets across the UK. We’re representing one of the leading training & apprenticeship provider for Adult Care, Healthcare & Early Years training. Are you seeking a regular working week, whilst keeping yourself involved in the industry you love? As an Adult Care...

  • Adult Care Trainer

    2 months ago

    Northamptonshire, United Kingdom FIND | Creating Futures Full time

    FIND are a specialist staffing business, servicing the Skills, Learning & Apprenticeship markets across the UK. We’re representing one of the leading training & apprenticeship provider for Adult Care, Healthcare & Early Years training. Are you seeking a regular working week, whilst keeping yourself involved in the industry you love? As an Adult Care...

  • Adult Care Trainer

    1 month ago

    Northamptonshire, United Kingdom FIND | Creating Futures Full time

    Job Description FIND are a specialist staffing business, servicing the Skills, Learning & Apprenticeship markets across the UK. We’re representing one of the leading training & apprenticeship provider for Adult Care, Healthcare & Early Years training. Are you seeking a regular working week, whilst keeping yourself involved in the industry you love? As an...

  • Apprentice Leisure Team Member L2

    4 weeks ago

    Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Empower Digital Limited Full time

    Apprentice Leisure Team Member L2 Salary £13,312 to £23,795.20 a year Full Time Up to 40 hours Trilogy Active is recruiting for an Apprentice Leisure Team Member to work as part of their already enthusiastic, hardworking, and friendly team. The key role of a Leisure Team Member is to support, enhance and deliver the day-to-day operations and services...

  • Community Sport and Health Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Dallington, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom CV-Library Full time

    Community Sport and Health Officer (Level 3 Apprentice) Location – Vacancy at Danes Camp Leisure Centre, NN4 0RX Vacancy at Lings Forum Leisure Centre, NN3 8UA Salary – minimum of £6.40ph Full Time – 30- 40 hours Duration of Programme- 18 months (including the end point assessment) Trilogy Active is recruiting for a Community...

  • Community Sport and Health Officer

    2 weeks ago

    Dallington, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Recruitment Services UK Full time

    Community Sport and Health Officer (Level 3 Apprentice) Location – Vacancy at Danes Camp Leisure Centre, NN4 0RX Vacancy at Lings Forum Leisure Centre, NN3 8UA Salary – minimum of £6.40ph Full Time – 30- 40 hours Duration of Programme- 18 months (including the end point assessment) Trilogy Active is recruiting for a Community Sport and Health...

  • Community Sport and Health Officer

    3 weeks ago

    Dallington, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Recruitment Services UK Full time

    Community Sport and Health Officer (Level 3 Apprentice)Location – Vacancy at Danes Camp Leisure Centre, NN4 0RXVacancy at Lings Forum Leisure Centre, NN3 8UASalary – minimum of £6.40phFull Time – 30- 40 hoursDuration of Programme- 18 months (including the end point assessment)Trilogy Active is recruiting for a Community Sport and Health Officer...

  • Community Sport and Health Officer

    4 weeks ago

    Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Empower Digital Limited Full time

    Community Sport and Health Officer (Level 3 Apprentice) Location Vacancy at Danes Camp Leisure Centre, NN4 0RX Vacancy at Lings Forum Leisure Centre, NN3 8UA Salary minimum of £6.40ph Full Time 30- 40 hours Duration of Programme- 18 months (including the end point assessment) Trilogy Active is recruiting for a Community Sport and Health Officer...

  • Adult Care Trainer

    1 month ago

    Northamptonshire, UK, East Midlands, United Kingdom FIND | Creating Futures Full time

    FIND are a specialist staffing business, servicing the Skills, Learning & Apprenticeship markets across the UK. We’re representing one of the leading training & apprenticeship provider for Adult Care, Healthcare & Early Years training. Are you seeking a regular working week, whilst keeping yourself involved in the industry you love? As an Adult Care...

  • Teaching Assistant

    1 month ago

    Kettering, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom The Progress Group Full time

    Progress Schools is on the lookout for dynamic and creative Teaching Assistants to join our alternative education community! If you're passionate about fostering a love for learning, embracing diversity, and encouraging students to think beyond the traditional, we want to hear from you! Progress Schools is part of The Progress Group, the Group is made...

  • Contact Lens Optician

    7 days ago

    Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Specsavers Full time

    Position:Contact Lens Optician Location: Weedon Road, Northampton Salary:Up to 35K (Depending on optics experience) Working Hours: Full time or part time Experience Level:Role is suited to newly qualified or experienced contact lens professionals Specsavers in Weedon Road are looking for an experienced or newly qualified Contact Lens Optician to join them....

  • Residential Youth Support Worker

    6 months ago

    Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Shaw Trust Full time

    **Job role**: Residential Youth Support Worker **Location**: Duston, Northamptonshire **Salary**: £25,401 - £27,306 per annum (Inclusive of average sleep-in payments and attendance bonus) What can Homes2Inspire offer you? To be a part of a supportive team that provides a safe and loving home for children and young people £41.60 per sleep in shift...

  • Apprentice Supervisor

    6 days ago

    Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Kier Group Full time

    Within this role, you  can enjoy a fantastic, matched pension scheme, 24/7 virtual GP service for you and your family, a competitive annual holiday entitlement , with opportunities to buy/sell leave and even more. Hours: 40 hours per week - Monday to Friday Contract : Permanent - Full time   As a Supervisor, you'll be working within the...

  • Apprentice Supervisor

    5 days ago

    Northampton, Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Kier Group Full time

    Within this role, you  can enjoy a fantastic, matched pension scheme, 24/7 virtual GP service for you and your family, a competitive annual holiday entitlement , with opportunities to buy/sell leave and even more. Hours: 40 hours per week - Monday to Friday Contract : Permanent - Full time   As a Supervisor, you'll be working within the...

  • Contact Lens Optician

    7 days ago

    Northamptonshire, United Kingdom Vision Express Full time

    Role overview As a Contact Lens Optician at Vision Express, you'll mainly provide your specialist expertise in fitting and providing contact lenses to our customers. You'll conduct eye exams to determine the type of lenses that are suitable for each customer's needs and provide education and support on contact lens care and maintenance, depending on their...