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Trainee Optical Assistant

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Specsavers

2mo ago

  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Customer Relations
    Healthcare
  • Cork

AI generated summary

  • You need to be passionate, hard-working, and confident in welcoming and assisting customers, regardless of experience or qualifications.
  • You will welcome customers, book eye tests, pre-screen patients, offer style advice, measure frames, and handle phone calls daily.

Requirements

  • We aren’t looking for people with years of experience and heaps of qualifications, just passionate, hard-workers ready to confidently welcome and help customers as they walk through our doors.

Responsibilities

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

FAQs

What qualifications do I need to apply for the Trainee Optical Assistant position?

No specific qualifications or years of experience are required; we are looking for passionate and hard-working individuals.

What is the salary for the Trainee Optical Assistant role?

The salary for this position is €13.50 an hour.

How many hours per week will I be working?

This is a full-time position requiring 35 hours per week with some weekend flexibility.

Are there opportunities for professional development in this position?

Yes, there are outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities, including support for higher accreditations and access to the latest clinical technology.

What benefits do you offer to employees?

We offer benefits including a performance bonus after the probation period, 29 days of annual leave (inclusive of bank holidays), payment of professional fees, and access to our discounted benefits scheme, among others.

Where is the store located?

The store is located in Mahon Point, which has off-site parking and bike lockups available.

What are some of the responsibilities of a Trainee Optical Assistant?

Responsibilities include welcoming customers, booking in eye tests, pre-screening patients, providing style advice, measuring frames, and taking phone calls.

When can I expect to hear back after applying?

The job will remain open until it is filled, so we encourage you to apply promptly to avoid missing out on this opportunity.

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
1001-5000
Employees
1984
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Specsavers is a company that operates a chain of optical and hearing care stores. Their ultimate goal is to provide accessible and high-quality eye and hearing care services to individuals and communities. Specsavers' purpose revolves around delivering professional and affordable optical and audiology solutions, enabling people to access essential eye and hearing care, maintain their sensory health, and enhance their overall quality of life. Through their services and extensive network of stores, they aim to promote eye and ear health awareness, offer expert advice and products, and contribute to the well-being of their customers.