Trainee Optical Assistant

Trainee Optical Assistant - Camberley, Surrey

Specsavers. A household name and a Highstreet staple. And you could be part of the team.  

As a Trainee Optical Assistant at Specsavers, you’ll be the friendly face at the heart of our stores working among a team of experienced professionals, delivering unmatched customer service every single day.  

Our store 
Based in Camberley, our store is opposite Camberley train station, as well as a bus stop with links around the city.

Our team 
We have a wonderful team of 43 dedicated people in our store ready and waiting for you to meet.  

Life in store
The team enjoys a vibrant and social atmosphere, frequently organizing outings and gatherings. Twice a year, the team comes together for major events, including a summer party and a Christmas celebration. Additionally, every couple of months, they plan fun activities such as bowling nights, ensuring there’s always something to look forward to and fostering a strong sense of camaraderie among the staff.

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: 

• Up to £11.75 per hour, dependent on age
• Performance related bonus scheme
• 28 days annual leave (pro rata) plus your birthday off 
• Part time hours = Weekends only (Saturday 8.30am - 5pm & Sunday 12pm - 5pm OR Saturday 9.30am - 6pm & Sunday 9am - 2pm)
• Pension contribution 
• Specsavers Perks – our discounted benefits scheme 
• WeCare – UK confidential employee helpline 
• Discounted hearing and eyecare benefits
• Enhanced sick pay 
• Enhanced pay for family leave (Maternity/ Paternity etc)
• Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities 
• Regular team events and team building evenings 

Responsibilities:

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

What we’re looking for? 
Some of the skills we’re looking for include: 

• Passion for providing excellent customer service 
• Teamworking 
• IT confident 
• Excellent communication and listening 
• Ability to adapt and develop 

 
Find out more 
If you have everything we’re looking for and are excited by this opportunity, we’re excited to hear from you. Head to our website to learn more about the role, or even better, apply now.  

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