Optical Technician Apprenticeship - Northallerton Specsavers SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED
Our apprenticeship scheme gives people of all ages the chance to boost their skillset and kick start an exciting new career as part of a forward-thinking business, all whilst earning a full-time wage. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about a career in optics, you will produce and repair finished, quality assured spectacles.
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 05 Oct 2023
Apprenticeship summary
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Annual wage
£11,700.00
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Working week
Full-time 5 out of 7 days to include weekend working - actual working days to be confirmed.
Total hours per week: 37.5
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Expected duration
20 Months
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Possible start date
20 Oct 2023
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Date posted
05 Sep 2023
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Apprenticeship level
Advanced
Level 3 (A level) -
Reference number
VAC1000196396
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Positions
1 available
What will the apprentice be doing?
Day-to-day activities include:
- Producing customer orders from scratch
- Interpreting optical prescriptions and drawings
- Correcting faults and re-assembling of glasses
- Carrying out testing and adjustments
- Prepare and maintain materials and equipment
- You’ll also make sure that you are producing the highest quality assured product
Such benefits which you will receive for working with Specsavers are:
- Earn a salary whilst learning new skills
- Structured career opportunities for the future
- Get experience of full-time work and enjoy paid holidays
- Work for a friendly employer who values you
- Receive comprehensive and structured training
- Learn transferable as well as job-specific skills
What training will the apprentice take and what qualification will the apprentice get at the end?
- Level 3 - Spectacle Maker Apprenticeship
- Functional skills in English if required
- Daily on the job training in store - no college to attend
- Training provider - Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited
What is the expected career progression after this apprenticeship?
- Your on-the-job training will sit alongside structured learning that will lead to a nationally recognised qualification
- At the end of your 20 months as an apprentice, you’ll be a fully-fledged optical technician with potential job opportunities
Requirements and prospects
Desired skills and personal qualities
Qualifications
Things to consider
About the employer
Employer
SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED
Address
120/120A High Street
Northallerton
DL7 8PQ
Training
Training provider
SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED
Apprenticeship standard
Spectacle maker
Level 3 (A level)
Employer's Application Instructions
To find out if there are any apprenticeship vacancies in your area or to find out more information, please search the Specsavers Career Site https://join.specsavers.com/uk/find-a-job/
This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.
Apply nowClosing date: 05 Oct 2023