Trainee Optical Retailer

About the role

Join Specsavers as a Trainee Optical Retailer and start your career in a friendly, customer‑focused environment. You will receive on‑the‑job training to become a confident Optical Assistant, supporting customers and learning from experienced opticians and technicians.

Key responsibilities

• Greet and assist customers entering the store.
• Provide basic optical product information and help customers choose frames.
• Support opticians and technicians with routine tasks.
• Maintain a clean and organized retail area.
• Participate in training sessions and development programmes.

Required profile

• Enthusiastic and caring attitude towards customers.
• Strong team‑working mindset.
• Excellent communication and listening abilities.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a fast‑paced retail setting.

Required skills

What we offer

• Competitive salary up to £12.91 per hour (DOE).
• Full‑time 40‑hour week, including one weekend day.
• Friends and family discount.
• Specsavers Perks – discounted benefits scheme.
• Extra day off for your birthday.
• Confidential employee helpline (WeCare).
• Discounted hearing, eye‑care, and glasses.
• Enhanced sick pay.