Apprentice Optical Assistant

Are you looking for a career in optics with full training and support? We are seeking a dedicated and ambitious Optical Apprentice to join our professional team and train towards becoming a qualified Dispensing Optician.

What We're Looking For:

Minimum of 5 good GCSE grades, including English, Maths, and Science Excellent communication skills and a friendly, professional manner Ability to work Saturdays as part of a flexible schedule Smart appearance and a commitment to providing outstanding customer service Hand dexterity to learn to assemble spectacles A willingness to learn and develop in a professional, business-focused environment

What We Offer:

Full on-the-job training with the opportunity to progress to a Dispensing Optician qualification A supportive and structured learning environment Hands-on experience in a dynamic optical practice Career progression opportunities in the optical industry

If you're motivated, eager to learn, and looking for a rewarding career, we'd love to hear from you!

This is an extremely rare opportunity with a prestigious independent practice to gain a degree level qualification without university fees while earning a wage.

Training Outcome:

The successful candidate will work towards achieving a level 3 qualification in optical and gain 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 - you could complete a management course. Practice ownership - you could go into business yourself, partnership or franchise.

Employer Description:
At Elliott and Heath, our goal is to make you shine like a star. We aim to help you see the world clearly while keeping you looking good and looking after your vision.

Working Hours :
1 day study at the practice, alternate Saturdays, every Wednesday . Working hours between 8.30am until 5.15pm. 7.5 hour day with unpaid breaks. Start time can be adjusted to suit preferred breaks.

Skills:
Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working