The Assistant Stores Manager Apprentice works with the Stores Manager
Gaining an understanding of all aspects of the business
Some days are busy with urgent sales – so often responding to orders and customers by finding, packing and dispatching parts
Developing the content and accuracy of data listing in the online shop
Composing marketing content for multi-media including social media, website and organisational magazine
Preparing quotations
Checking, pricing and placing new stock including stock take
Answering the phone and acting for the Stores Manager when the manager is not available
Working with volunteers, ensuring their time is put to good use.
Liaising with the Stores Director and Remanufacturing Director as required
Demonstrating initiative in managing priorities and own time; and in problem-solving and decision-making
Assisting in organising and delivering occasional “Open Day” events
Keeping the premises and stock in good order
At all times acting in a safe and responsibly manner and in compliance with company policies as published on the website, and all relevant legislation
Training:
This apprenticeship requires one day per week day-release learning at Shrewsbury College London Road campus with the remaining working week on site at Armstrong Siddeley
Training Outcome:
Progression possible to Store Manager, leading to full store management ability
Employer Description:Armstrong Siddeley made motor cars, and many other products, from 1919 to 1960. As a car club, in 1972 we bought the entire rights to Armstrong Siddeley motor vehicles, including the spares parts operation. At this time, we became a Limited Company led by a board of professional, but volunteer directors.
We trade as Armstrong Siddeley and have successfully run this business for over 50 years. In 2022 we relocated to near Shrewsbury (SY4 1BP). The organisation has an international client base of mainly Armstrong Siddeley owners or garages working on such cars.
The spare parts business is supported by a Stores Director and a Remanufacturing Director, and the paid positions at our premises are also augmented by voluntary help from the car club membership.Working Hours :Days to be agreed between Monday to FridaySkills: Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Presentation skills,Administrative skills,Number skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Creative,Initiative,Patience,Physical fitness,Site Safety Awareness....Read more...
This is a fantastic and unique opportunity to embark on a journey towards a great career. Starting as an Optical Assistant apprentice with future opportunities for career progression, you will be supported with loads of great, fun, and interactive training. You will use these exciting new skills in your day-to-day job, where you will gain customer service skills, knowledge in optical support, and develop behaviour suitable for working in an optical practice. Those with a flair for fashion will love the new frames coming in, and if it's your forte, you may even get involved in meeting frame reps and helping choose the new ranges. If you are more technical, you will get to learn lots of information about lenses and measurements, then transform that information into jargon-free, easy-to-understand, customer-friendly language. It's all about teamwork in an optician's practice. There are many roles, but you support each other to ensure your customers get the best experience possible. Optical assistants are a very important part of any optical practice and crucial to the customer journey. Individuals with a real passion for both healthcare and retail thrive in this role, as it's perfect for those who love to make a real difference in other people's lives. The duties within this role include:
Greeting customers in a professional and friendly manner as they enter the practice.
Interpreting and understanding a clinically issued prescription, its effects on the eye, and the customer's vision.
Helping customers select spectacle frame(s) that are suitable in terms of comfort, look good and fit lifestyle requirements.
Be able to explain the features and benefits of particular frames, using non-technical customer-friendly language.
Measuring the frames and ensuring they are a suitable size for a customer and can accommodate their lenses.
Adjusting customers' spectacle frames using the correct tools to ensure stability and comfort.
Basic frame repairs.
Have a good knowledge of ophthalmic lenses, tints and coatings to be able to meet visual / lifestyle requirements.
Ordering prescription glasses and contact lenses for the customer.
Correct completion of NHS paperwork and written records in line with company procedures.
Making follow-up appointments for customers.
Use a focimeter to find the prescription from spectacles.
Communicate contact lenses' suitability, features and benefits.
Carrying out pre-screening tests such as retinal imaging, pressure, and visual field testing.
Explaining offers and products to customers.
Taking payments from customers.
Being able to problem-solve with basic optical concerns
Understanding business KPI's and how they affect the practice's profitability.
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, in a 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.Working Hours :Learners will work 9:30am to 5pm 5 days, and will be required to work one weekend shift. This will be agreed upon between the candidate and the store manager upon interview.Skills: Communication skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Team working,Initiative....Read more...
