At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide top-notch customer service and gain hands-on experience in a retail environment.
- Company: Join Specsavers, a global brand committed to your growth and success.
- Benefits: Earn £300 per week, receive paid holidays, and gain a nationally recognised qualification.
- Other info: Enjoy a dynamic work environment with potential for future career advancement.
- Why this job: Kickstart your career with real responsibilities and support from an experienced team.
- Qualifications: Open to school/college leavers or those seeking a new challenge; great communication skills needed.
The predicted salary is between 15600 - 15600 £ per year.
Become an Apprentice in our store and you’ll have everything you need to truly realise your potential – from experience in a full-time role to an industry-recognised qualification and the support of a global brand, all whilst earning a real wage.
At Specsavers, we’re always looking to the future - which is where people like you come in. We are currently looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about providing great Customer Service and would like to pursue a career in retail or management. This Apprenticeship opportunity will give you the chance to spend 12 months building the skills and confidence that come with training in a paid full-time job, all the time surrounded by a friendly, highly-experienced team who will support you every step of the way.
Your on-the-job training will sit alongside structured learning that will lead to a nationally recognised qualification. At the end of your year as an apprentice, you’ll be a fully-fledged Level 2 Retail.
Why choose an Apprenticeship?
- Earn a salary (£300.00 per week)
- Gain valuable work experience in a full-time role
- Receive comprehensive and structured training, supported by a qualified assessor
- Deliver high-quality service in an innovative retail environment
- Become part of a team working towards a common goal
- Be entitled to paid holidays
And that’s just the start. With a highly respected and award-winning business behind you – one that invests in its people – there’s nothing to stop you getting on here. Who knows, you might even end up running your own store in years to come...
Who is this Apprenticeship for?
- Recent school/college leavers OR those looking for a new challenge
- Individuals who have lived in the EU for 3 years or more, with the right to work in the UK
We’re looking for people who are passionate about providing great Customer Service and wanting to pursue a career in this area. It’s important that you are a great listener and communicator – as that’s what excellent service is all about. You’ll need to be enthusiastic, motivated and a team player with a real determination to make a difference both in your development and the business.
This is a new adventure, but you will need the organisation, commitment, motivation and enthusiasm to deliver the great customer service our Specsavers visitors love.
What does the role involve?
- Giving customers top-notch advice
- Giving customers a warm welcome
- Dealing with orders
- Dealing with payments
- Delivering high quality products and service
- Pre-screening, telephone triage, Collections, adjustments and repairs
Whilst you are employed as an apprentice you will work towards achieving a nationally recognised apprenticeship - Level 2 Retail Apprenticeship. This involves regular visits from an Inspiro regional trainer who will support and encourage you throughout the apprenticeship.
To become an apprentice, you must:
- be 16 or over
- not already be in full-time education
You can start an apprenticeship whether you’re starting your career, want a change or you’re upskilling in your current job. You can have a previous qualification like a degree and still start an apprenticeship.
As an apprentice you’ll:
- have regular one to one sessions with a dedicated trainer either remotely or through visits to your workplace
- learn and train for a specific job
- get paid and receive holiday leave
- get hands-on experience in a real job
- study for at least 20% of your working hours
- complete assessments during and at the end of your apprenticeship
- be on a career path with lots of future potential
What is an apprenticeship?
An apprenticeship is a real job where you learn, gain experience and get paid. You’re an employee with a contract of employment and holiday leave. By the end of an apprenticeship, you'll have the right skills and knowledge needed for your chosen career.
Apprentice Retail Optical Assistant in Chepstow employer: Altius Inspiro
At Specsavers, we pride ourselves on being an excellent employer, offering a supportive and dynamic work environment for our Apprentice Retail Optical Assistants. With a commitment to employee growth, you will receive structured training alongside hands-on experience, all while earning a competitive salary and enjoying paid holidays. Join our friendly team and embark on a rewarding career path in retail, where your contributions are valued and the potential for advancement is limitless.
