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Optical Assistant Apprentice - Woking, Surrey

CompanySpecsavers
LocationWoking
Work ModeOn Site
PostedJanuary 6, 2026
Internship Information
Core Responsibilities
The Optical Assistant Apprentice will welcome customers, book eye tests, pre-screen patients, provide style advice, measure frames, and handle phone calls. This role supports a wide range of eye-care services in a customer-focused environment.
Internship Type
full time
Company Size
158
Visa Sponsorship
No
Language
English
Working Hours
38 hours
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About the Role

So, you’re a proactive people person, passionate about retail and offering the best customer service? Sounds like you’d be a great fit here. If you’ve ever considered a career in optics, this Optical Assistant Apprenticeship could be perfect for you.   

Our Apprenticeship scheme gives people of all ages the chance to boost their existing skillset and kickstart an exciting new career as part of a forward-thinking business, all whilst earning a full-time wage. 

We are currently looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about providing great customer service and would like to pursue a career in retail, management or optics.   

Our store  

The Woking Specsavers store, located in the Victoria Place Shopping Centre, is a vibrant and customer‑focused optical hub where you’ll support a wide range of eye‑care services. Its central position makes it highly accessible, with Woking Train Station just a short walk away. In addition, several bus routes stop close by making travel to and from the store convenient for both customers and team members. With its central location and strong reputation for friendly, expert service, the Woking store offers a supportive and engaging place to help deliver the high standards Specsavers is known for.

Our team  

Join a warm, welcoming and highly professional team at the Woking Specsavers store, where delivering outstanding customer care is at the heart of everything they do. Colleagues across the retail and clinical areas work closely together to keep the store running smoothly and ensure every customer receives the high standard of care Specsavers is known for. If you’re looking to join a team that values collaboration, friendliness and professional growth, Woking is the ideal place to build your career.

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 (DOE)
  • 37.5 hours per week (to include weekend working)
  • 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

Who is this Apprenticeship for? 

If this is still sounding like a bit of you, we do need you to have a few skills to get started as an Optical Assistant Apprentice. 

  • Individuals with GSCE Maths at Grade 9-4 (A*-C), or an equivalent level qualification 
  • Individuals who have lived in the EU for 3 years or more, with the right to work in the UK 

What does the role involve? 

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

Find out more  

Ready to kickstart your career with a company that will support you to be the best you can be? For more detailed information about the Specsavers Apprenticeship programme, please click the link below.   

Apprenticeships at Specsavers | Specsavers UK Careers 

It’s essential that you haven’t previously worked in the Optical Sector. Before applying, please check that you are able to travel to the store location on a daily basis. 

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

Key Skills
Customer ServiceRetailCommunicationTeamworkProblem SolvingTime ManagementAttention to DetailSales Skills
Categories
RetailCustomer Service & Support
Benefits
Pension SchemeEmployee Support ServiceComplimentary Subscription to HeadspaceEyecare DiscountsAdditional Paid Day Off on BirthdayEnhanced Family LeaveCompany Sick Pay