Optical Technician Apprenticeship - Workington Specsavers SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED

Our apprenticeship gives people of all ages the chance to boost their existing skills and start an exciting new career, all whilst earning a wage. The role involves producing customer orders from scratch and interpreting optical prescriptions and drawings. We are looking for people who are enthusiastic about making a career in optics.

This apprenticeship requires you to apply through the employer's website.

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Closing date: 13 Dec 2023

Apprenticeship summary

Annual wage

£12,759.50
Working week

Full-time to include weekend working, exact working days and hours to be confirmed.

Total hours per week: 37.75
Expected duration

18 Months
Possible start date

20 Dec 2023
Date posted

13 Nov 2023
Apprenticeship level

Advanced
Level 3 (A level)
Reference number

VAC1000211759
Positions

1 available

What you will do in your working day

Day-to-day activities include:

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 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
Learning is transferable as well as job-specific skills

The training you will be getting

Level 3 - Spectacle Maker Apprenticeship
Daily on-the-job training in a store - no college to attend
Full-time 5 out of 7 days
Training provider - Specsavers Optical Superstores Limited

What to expect at the end of your apprenticeship

Your on-the-job training will sit alongside structured learning that will lead to a nationally recognised qualification
At the end of your 15-18 months as an apprentice, you’ll be a fully-fledged Optical Technician, and may move into a full career within the field

Requirements and prospects

Desired skills and personal qualities

Communication skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Logical

Qualifications

GCSE or equivalent Maths (Grade 9-4 (A*-C)) Essential

Things to consider

Before applying, please check that you are able to travel to the store location on a daily basis bearing in mind the salary etc.

About the employer

Specsavers is a truly talented organisation and the world's largest privately-owned optical group in the world. We have over 1,845 stores operating in over 10 countries, boasting over 37,000 colleagues worldwide. We are a revolutionary, dynamic, family run business, continuing to go from strength to strength and proud of it.

Employer

SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED

Address

25 Murray Road

Workington

Cumbria

CA14 2AD

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Training

Training provider

SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED

Adjustments for experience

You could reduce your training time, or finish your apprenticeship faster, if you have relevant prior learning or experience. This could be relevant:

training
qualifications, like an NVQ in a relevant field
industry or sector experience

Apprenticeship standard

Spectacle maker

Level 3 (A level)

Demonstrating experience

If your application is successful, you will have a chance to discuss your relevant prior learning or experience with your training provider and employer. You will all need to agree any adjustments to your training plan.

You should be prepared to show your competence, and evidence of relevant qualifications

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/