Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship

As an Optical Assistant, your main duties include:

Establishing strong relationships with customers by attentive listening and comprehension of their needs. Assisting customers in selecting products that suit their lifestyle and preferences. Managing the ordering and dispensing of glasses and contact lenses. Offering post-purchase support through adjustments. Collaborating effectively within a team environment. Completing administrative tasks related to store operations, with comprehensive training provided.

Training:
Practical experience in an optical setting, allowing you to work towards the Level 3 Optical assistant qualification. Mentorship and teaching from qualified opticians. Potential for long-term employment as a certified Optical Assistant. Exposure to the challenging and rewarding aspects of the optical industry.

Training Outcome:

Potential for long-term employment as a certified Optical Assistant.
Exposure to the challenging and rewarding aspects of the optical industry

Employer Description:

An optician's shop (or optical store) is a blend of healthcare and retail, featuring display areas with numerous eyeglass frames, sunglasses, and contact lenses, alongside private consulting rooms where trained staff help customers select eyewear and fit them to prescriptions provided by optometrists or ophthalmologists, offering personalized service for vision correction and eye health

Working Hours :
9am-6pm Between Monday - Sunday

Skills:
Communication skills,IT skills,Attention to detail,Organisation skills,Customer care skills,Problem solving skills,Administrative skills,Analytical skills,Logical,Team working,Initiative,Non judgemental,Patience