Apprentice Optical Assistant

We have an exciting opportunity for an Optical Apprentice in this brand new eye practice. This is a health care environment and you’ll be working with friendly staff and have full job training provided to become a level 3 Optical assistant. The role will suit someone who would like to provide excellent care and support in a varied role with activities ranging from-

• Welcoming patients,
• Booking appointments,
• Taking phone calls,
• Pre screening patients,
• Assisting patients with choosing eyeglasses and dispense,
• Some admin tasks,
• and assisting in the smooth running of the daily clinics.

Don’t fret as you’ll be working with the help and supervision of our senior staff, and training will be provided. We require someone who is : Friendly, enthusiastic, good communication skills, caring and professional, enjoys working with the public, good team player, reliable, pays attention to detail, eager to learn, competent with mainstream computer programmes: word, Excel, Outlook, etc Benefits for you

• You’ll earn a salary
• You’ll gain valuable work experience in a full time role
• You get on the job training and structured learning
• At the end of the apprenticeship, you’ll be a full-fledged Level 3 Optical Assistant
• Be part of a warm team
• You get paid holidays
• You get to make a positive difference in the lives of the people you deal with
• Work bonuses

Other requirements:

• Recent school/college leavers
• Individuals with GCSE Maths and English at Grade 9-4 (A-C) or equivalent level qualification.
• Right to work in the UK.

We’re hoping to fill this position as soon as possible so if you’re interested in working with us to build a brand new health care team we recommend you apply early. Job Type: Full-time Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Work Location: One location