Apprentice Optical Administrator Assistant

We are looking for someone who is enthusiastic, reliable and keen to learn. Previous experience is not essential, as full training will be provided. You should have good communication skills, a positive attitude and be comfortable working as part of a team.

What you'll do

Working alongside an experienced team to develop a broad range of service to include:

• Administrative duties
• Customer service
• Business skills

You will play an important role in supporting the day-to-day running of the business and ensuring our patients receive a welcoming, professional and efficient service.

You will also develop an understanding of how an optical business operates, gaining insight into the industry.

Training

Apprentices will be required to attend college at least x1 day per week either at Uxbridge, Harrow or Hayes Campus completing necessary mandatory training and units associated with the apprenticeship.

The apprentice will be required to complete:

• Work towards gaining a full Qualification
• Employment Rights and Responsibilities
• Skills, Knowledge, and Behaviours
• Standard and End Point Assessment
• Functional Skills in English, Maths, and ICT (if required)

Other training will be provided by the employer as required to enable the fulfilment of the job role.

After the apprenticeship

• Opportunity to be offered a role as an Optical Assistant

Skills

• Communication skills
• IT skills
• Attention to detail
• Organisation skills
• Customer care skills
• Problem solving skills
• Administrative skills
• Number skills
• Team working
• Logical
• Initiative
• Non judgemental
• Patience

Qualifications

• Desired: GCSE, Maths and English (grade 4-9)

Things to consider

• Candidate will be trained in spectacle dispensing

About the employer

Solent Spectacles believes in the business of family values and supporting our local community. We are committed to providing exceptional service and quality optical products at a price to suit every customer's needs

Apprenticeship details

• Course: Business administrator (level 3), Business and administration
• Apprenticeship level: Advanced (level 3)
• Training provider: HRUC (HARROW, RICHMOND & UXBRIDGE COLLEGES)
• Expected duration: 1 Year 6 Months
• Hours: 35 hours a week. Working week: Monday- Saturday on a rota basis.
• Start date: 6 December 2026
• Positions available: 1
• Wage: £14,560 a year