Trainee Optical Assistant - Weekend only - Herne Bay, Kent

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Date: 5 Dec 2025

Location: Herne Bay, ENG, GB, CT6 6GZ

Company: Specsavers

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 Store

Situated in the heart of Herne Bay, our modern Specsavers store is conveniently located within the Sainsbury’s complex, making it easy to find and visit. We offer free on-site parking, and the store is well-connected by local transport links, including car, bus, and train routes. Inside, you’ll find a welcoming team and a well-equipped environment designed to deliver exceptional eye and hearing care to our community.

Our Team

Inside, you’ll find a friendly and highly skilled team of optical and audiology professionals, all passionate about delivering exceptional care to every customer. We pride ourselves on creating an inclusive and supportive workplace where development and teamwork thrive. As a Dementia Friends accredited store, we’re committed to excellence, continuous learning, and making a positive difference in our community.

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 £12.41 per hour (depending on age)
  • Part time hours - Weekends only - Saturday & Sunday
  • We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
  • Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
  • WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
  • Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app 
  • Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family
  • Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you!
  • Enhanced family leave and company sick pay

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 

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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? Apply Now!