A fantastic and unique opportunity has arisen for the right candidate to kickstart their Optical career with a fantastic team at our well-established independent Opticians and gain the Level 3 Optical Assistant Qualification.
Job Overview
We are seeking an Optical Assistant Apprentice to join our team in providing excellent eye care services. The ideal candidate will assist optometrists and opticians in delivering high-quality vision care to our patients.
Responsibilities
- Conduct preliminary eye examinations and test
- Reception duties
- Assist with frame selection and lens fitting
- Ordering spectacles & contact lenses
- Handle administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments and managing patient records
- Educate patients on proper eyewear care and usage
The course is 18 months long with an end point assessment period afterwards. Throughout the course you will be completing modules that focus on screening checks, customer interactions, fitting and adjustment of spectacles, quality and governance, health and safety, materials of frames and lenses, and tools and equipment.
All of the coursework will be completed online during work meaning there is no commute to college and you will be getting paid whilst completing training.
Desired qualifications
Due to the course being a level 3, you will be required to have a grade 4 or above in GCSE or equivalent in maths and English.
Pay: From £8.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
