Spectacle Technician Apprenticeship - Hove, Sussex & West Kent
Specsavers
* Hove, East Sussex
* Training
* Full-time
Posted: 13 hours ago
Are you a proactive, people-oriented team player interested in starting a career in Optics? If you're looking for a role that combines practical skills with teamwork, this Spectacle Technician Apprenticeship might be perfect for you. Our apprenticeship scheme offers individuals of all ages the opportunity to enhance their skills and begin an exciting new career within a forward-thinking company, all while earning a full-time wage.
Our store
Located in Hove, our store is a busy hub of activity.
Our team
We have a dedicated team of professionals eager to welcome you.
What's on offer?
Our apprenticeship provides a solid foundation for a successful career in optics, with a full-time wage. You'll spend 15-18 months in paid employment, gaining hands-on experience and learning your trade alongside our friendly, passionate, and experienced team who will support you throughout.
* £7.75 per hour
* 40 hours per week
* Auto-enrollment into the pension scheme with employer contributions
* Specsavers Perks – discounts and savings portal
* WeCare – employee support service for you and your immediate family
* Complimentary Headspace app subscription
* Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family
* Additional paid day off on your birthday
* Enhanced family leave and sick pay
On-the-job training will be complemented by structured learning, culminating in a Level 3 Spectacle Technician qualification after 15-18 months.
Who is this Apprenticeship for?
If you're interested, you should meet certain criteria:
* Have GCSEs in Maths (grades 9-4 or A-C) or equivalent/predicted results
* Have lived in the EU for 3 or more years and have the right to work in the UK
What does the role involve?
You will assist in producing customer orders, interpreting prescriptions and drawings, correcting faults, re-assembling glasses, conducting testing and adjustments, and maintaining materials and equipment. It is essential that you haven't previously worked in the optical sector. Please ensure you can travel daily to the store location before applying.
Interested? This job will close once filled, so apply today!
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