Spectacle Technician Apprenticeship - Washington Specsavers
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Company: SPECSAVERS OPTICAL SUPERSTORES LIMITED
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Location: Washington, NE38 7SA
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Type: Apprenticeship
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Salary: £17,101.92 per year
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Sector: Engineering and manufacturing
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Ref: NAS-2000049167
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Application Deadline Date: 02/09/2026
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Start Date: 16/09/2026
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Positions Available: 1
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Working Week: Full-time to include weekend working. Days and times to be confirmed.
Brief Description
Our apprenticeship scheme gives people the chance to boost their existing skillset and start an exciting new career, all whilst earning a full-time wage. We are currently looking for individuals who are enthusiastic about making a career in optics. Your role will include producing and repairing finished, quality-assured spectacles.
Training to be Provided
- An apprenticeship includes regular training with a college or other training organisation
- At least 20% of your working hours will be spent training or studying
Future Prospects
- Your on-the-job training will sit alongside structured learning that will lead to a nationally recognised qualification
- At the end of your 15-18 months as an apprentice, you’ll be a fully-fledged Optical Technician
Vacancy Detail
Day to day activities include:
- Producing customer orders from scratch
- Interpreting optical prescriptions and drawings
- Correcting faults and re-assembling of glasses
- Carrying out testing and adjustments
- Prepare and maintain materials and equipment
- You’ll also make sure that you are producing the highest quality assured product
Such benefits which you will receive for working with Specsavers are:
- Earn a salary whilst learning new skills
- Structured career opportunities for the future
- Get experience of full-time work and enjoy paid holidays
- Work for a friendly employer who values you
- Receive comprehensive and structured training
- Learn transferable as well as job-specific skills
Other Information
Before applying, please bear in mind the salary and check that you are able to travel to the store location on a daily basis.