Optical Assistant Apprenticeship – Walthamstow Specsavers

Company: SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED
Apply for the Optical Assistant Apprenticeship – Walthamstow Specsavers
Location: London
Job Description:

This gives people of all ages a chance to start an exciting career while earning a full‑time wage. Duties include booking customers in for eye tests, pre‑screening and recommending suitable frames. We are looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about providing great customer service and would like to pursue a career in optics.

About the Employer

SpecSavers has been a family business for over 35 years, working with our store partners to provide the best value optometry, audiology and other healthcare services. We operate across the UK, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Denmark, Finland, Spain, Australia and New Zealand, employing over 38,000 people in 2,293 stores and throughout our support network.

What You’ll Do

  • Book in eye tests
  • Pre‑screen patients and measure frames
  • Ensure smooth day‑to‑day operations and address any emerging issues

Training Outcome

Upon completion of the apprenticeship you will be a fully qualified Level3 Optical Assistant with a wide range of career options.

Skills Required

  • Communication skills
  • Organisational skills
  • Customer care skills
  • Team working
  • Initiative

Qualifications

  • GCSE Maths, Grade 9‑4 (A*–C)

Course Information

  • Course: Optical Assistant 2022 (Level3)
  • Route: Health and science
  • Apprenticeship Level: Advanced
  • Working Arrangements: Full‑time (including weekend work, dates and times to be confirmed)
  • Expected Duration: 1year6months
  • Training Provider: SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED

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Posted: July 13th, 2026