Trainee Optical Assistant - Longton, Stoke-on-Trent

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   

The Specsavers store in Longton is a busy, customer-focused retail environment dedicated to delivering high standards of eye and hearing care. Situated in a convenient town centre location, the store serves a diverse customer base, offering comprehensive eye examinations, a wide range of stylish and affordable eyewear, and professional hearing services. The store benefits from strong public transport links, with regular bus services connecting Longton to surrounding areas and a nearby train station providing easy access.

Our team   

The team at the Longton Specsavers store is made up of experienced and dedicated professionals across both clinical and retail roles. This includes qualified Optometrists and Dispensing Opticians, supported by Optical Assistants and customer-focused retail colleagues who ensure a smooth and welcoming journey for every customer. The store also benefits from a strong leadership team that drives performance, supports colleague development, and fosters a positive working culture. With a shared focus on delivering high-quality care and service, the team works together to maintain excellent standards while supporting each other in a busy retail environment.

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:   

• Part Time hours - Saturdays only - 7.5 hours
• 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 

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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