What's in it for you?:
Optical Assistant Apprentice Vacancy - Louise Sloan Opticians, Horsham
Are you ready to take the first step in a rewarding and engaging career? Louise Sloan Opticians is a long-established independent practice offering warm, high-quality eye care. With advanced diagnostic capabilities, personalised service, and a thoughtful leadership team, it remains a standout choice for both routine and specialised optical needs in Horsham.
We are looking for enthusiastic individuals to join our team as an Optical Assistant Apprentice. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone interested in pursuing a career in the optical industry and looking to gain valuable experience and skills. As our new apprentice, you will work alongside experienced team members to provide excellent customer service. Responsibilities include booking appointments, dispensing glasses, maintaining records, and advising customers on products, all while working towards a recognised qualification.
You will also receive:
* Your birthday off work
* No Sunday or bank holiday working
* Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
* Retail discounts
* Cycle to work scheme
About the Role:
We are seeking an Optical Assistant Apprentice to deliver outstanding patient care. You will learn to provide expert advice, share knowledge on frames and fittings, and deliver ongoing care to ensure patients feel confident, comfortable, and cared for.
This role is ideal for someone who genuinely enjoys helping people, takes pride in offering honest advice, building trust, and being part of a supportive team. You will be given the necessary tools, time, and encouragement to perform your duties to a high standard, with collaboration being a key aspect of our work culture.
You will work with a dedicated Mentor and training provider to learn about the industry, support clinicians with the patient journey, and be involved in frame styling, lens choices, fittings, adjustments, and aftercare. You will be trained to offer tailored product knowledge based on each patient's visual and lifestyle needs, and support more complex prescriptions with team assistance.
Your daily duties will include greeting customers, understanding prescriptions, offering personalised product advice, and administrative tasks. The role will evolve over time, making it a dynamic and engaging position.
Additional Information:
* Our working hours are 9am - 5:30pm
* We are a team of 8
* This role requires working Saturdays
* The train station is a 10-minute walk from the practice, with multiple car parks nearby
Training for the Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship includes:
* Functional Skills Level 2 in Maths and Literacy (can be obtained during the course)
* Development opportunities and challenges
* Equality and diversity awareness
* British values: democracy, rule of law, respect and tolerance, individual liberty
* Prevent safeguarding measures
* Digital skills development
What's Next?: If you are interested in a rewarding career in the optical industry, please apply with your CV by clicking 'Apply'. A member of our recruitment team will contact you. Salary range: GBP £8.50 per hour.
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