Spectacle Technician Apprenticeship – Carlisle

About the role

Join Specsavers in Carlisle as a Spectacle Technician Apprentice and start a career in optics. Over 15‑18 months you will earn a full‑time wage while learning to produce, test and adjust eyewear in a supportive, hands‑on environment.

Key responsibilities

• Produce customer orders from scratch, interpreting optical prescriptions and drawings.
• Correct faults, re‑assemble glasses and carry out testing and adjustments.
• Prepare and maintain materials and equipment to ensure high‑quality output.
• Maintain quality standards and adhere to health and safety procedures.

Required profile

• GCSEs (or equivalent) in Maths at grades 9‑4 (A*‑C).
• Right to work in the UK and have lived in the EU for at least three years.
• Not currently enrolled in another government‑funded course.
• Willingness to travel daily to the Carlisle store.

Required skills

• Interpretation of optical prescriptions.
• Glasses assembly and re‑assembly.
• Spectacle testing and adjustment.

What we offer

• £8.20 per hour (full‑time, 38.75 hrs/week).
• Pension auto‑enrolment with employer contribution.
• Discounts on eyewear, hearing care and everyday purchases.
• Complimentary Headspace subscription and dental cover.
• Additional paid day off on your birthday and enhanced family leave.