Optical Apprentice

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Looking for a unique retail apprenticeship opportunity? Join us at Vision Express on an 18-month program where you'll earn a level 3 qualification in Optical Retail while receiving comprehensive training and support.

What to Expect:

This isn't your typical retail apprenticeship. As part of our team, you'll have more responsibility and involvement, playing a vital role in ensuring our customers feel special. With guidance from your store manager and our apprenticeship team, you'll learn the ins and outs of bringing our brand to life, selecting the right products, and delivering personalized experiences.

As an Optical Apprentice, you'll assist customers in finding eyewear that suits their needs, handle frame adjustments, repairs, fittings, and even perform pre-screening eye examinations and administrative tasks.

To qualify for our apprenticeship program, you should:

Be at least 16 years old Not be engaged in full or part-time education Have GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths and English at Grade C/4 or above Possess confidence, passion, and enthusiasm Demonstrate teamwork and excellent customer service skills

Training:
Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship. Functional Skills Level 2 in Functional skills Maths and Literacy, can be obtained on the course (if required). Training schedule has yet to be agreed. Details will be made available at a later date. Enhancement / challenge - how to develop ourselves. Equality and diversity - treating others equally, respect / accept others from different backgrounds. British values - democracy, rule of law, respect and tolerance, individual liberty. Prevent - safeguarding individuals from being drawn into terrorism. Digital skills - keeping up with technology and effective use.

Training Outcome:

The successful candidate will work towards achieving a level 3 qualification in Optical with experience in a busy Optical Practice.

Upon completion of the Level 3 qualification, you will be an experienced and qualified optical assistant, and as such you can continue building up skills that will always be in demand. Career breaks and part time working are often possible.

You could go on to acquire higher level optical qualifications such as:

Ophthalmic Dispensing- Become a qualified Dispensing Optician. Contact lens Optician - fit Contact lenses. Low vision specialist - help people where traditional spectacles will not suffice. Supply low vision aids, magnifiers, advice on improving contrast and on other non Optical aids such as bump-ons. Optometry courses - carry out full eye examinations and issue prescriptions. Clinical representative- visiting practices introducing new frame ranges and Ophthalmic lenses. In-practice trainer - You could use your knowledge to train others.

Other non-clinical roles:

Practice Management - Go into a Management course. Practice ownership - Go into business yourself, partnership or Franchise.

Employer Description:
Vision Express opened their first opticians over thirty years ago in Gateshead. Today they have over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland. At Vision Express, you'll thrive in a dynamic environment where everyone works together toward shared goals, rooted in their culture and values. They provide ample opportunities for growth and development, supporting your career ambitions every step of the way. Vision Express are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family. EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses!

Working Hours :
Monday - Friday, 9.30am till 5.00pm, with a 30min lunch break. This is agreed between the candidate and the Store Manager upon interview. Learner will be require to work one weekend shift.

Skills:
Communication skills,Organisation skills,Problem solving skills,Team working