Trainee Optical Assistant

Job description

So, you're a proactive people person, passionate about retail and offering the best customer service? Sounds like you'd be a great fit here. So, if you've ever considered a career in optics, this Trainee Optical Assistant role could be perfect for you.

As a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don't need to have previous experience, you just need to be prepared to create an outstanding store environment for both our customers and our team, making sure every patient receives the best care in our stores.

Our teamWe have a wonderful team of dedicated people in our store ready and waiting for you to meet.

Required skills

Passion for providing excellent customer service and making customers' lives easier

Great teamwork

A good initiative

Confidence in using IT systems

Excellent communication and listening skills

Prepared to step out of your comfort zone and try something new

Able to receive feedback and be open to development, knowing we'll be there to support and guide you throughout your process (with your openness and our guidance, your opportunities will be endless)

Desirable experience

Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment

Basic knowledge/experience of optical and/or audiology terminology

Benefits

Full time - 40 hours with weekend working

Salary - £8.20 - £12.91 per hour

Specsavers Perks - our discounted benefits scheme

Extra day off for your birthday

WeCare - UK confidential employee helpline

Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities

Discounted hearing and eye care benefits

Enhanced sick pay (after a year of service)

Enhanced pay for family leave (Maternity/Paternity etc.)

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Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

Lutterworth

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

26-05-2026

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English