Trainee Optical Assistant - Abergavenny, Monmouthshire

Are you a caring individual looking to start your career as an Optical Assistant? You’ve come to the right place.  

We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors. And once you’ve found your feet as a Trainee Optical Assistant, you don’t just have to stop there. We have plenty of professional training and development in other business areas, as well as the support of experienced Opticians and Technicians supporting you on your journey. So whatever you want your career to look like, you can bring it to life at Specsavers. 

Our business  

The Specsavers Abergavenny store is a busy, customer-focused optical and audiology hub located in the heart of the town. Known for delivering high standards of clinical care and exceptional customer service, the store offers comprehensive eye and hearing tests, a broad range of stylish and affordable eyewear, and tailored solutions to meet individual needs. Conveniently situated within easy reach of local bus routes and Abergavenny train station, the store benefits from excellent public transport links, making it easily accessible.

Our team  

The team at Specsavers Abergavenny is a passionate and close-knit group dedicated to delivering outstanding service and care to every customer. Colleagues pride themselves on creating a friendly, supportive environment where teamwork and collaboration are key to success. With a strong focus on development, the store encourages continuous learning and progression, helping individuals build confidence and expertise in their roles. The positive and inclusive culture ensures that everyone feels valued, making it an enjoyable and rewarding place to work.

What’s on offer?  

As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:   

• Salary starting from £12.71ph
• Full Time - 37.5 hours a week, to include weekend working
• We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too

What we’re looking for? 

Some of the responsibilities of this role include: 

• Welcoming customers into store 
• Booking in eye tests 
• Pre-screening patients 
• Providing style advice 
• Measuring frames 
• Taking phone call 

Find out more 

If you are comfortable with the responsibilities we’re looking for and are excited by this opportunity, we’re excited to hear from you.  

Got what we’re looking for? This job will close when it's filled, so don't delay, apply today!

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