Summary: The Spectacle Technician Apprentice role is designed for proactive individuals eager to start a career in optics. This apprenticeship offers practical training in a supportive team environment, allowing apprentices to earn a full-time wage while developing their skills over 15-18 months. Successful candidates will learn to produce customer orders, interpret optical prescriptions, and ensure high-quality standards in spectacle making. The position is ideal for those without prior experience in the optical sector who meet the educational requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

• Produce customer orders from scratch.
• Interpret optical prescriptions and drawings.
• Correct faults and reassemble glasses.
• Carry out testing and adjustments.
• Prepare and maintain materials and equipment.
• Ensure the production of high-quality assured products.

Key Skills:

• Grade 9-4 (A*-C) GCSEs in Maths (or equivalent/predicted result).
• Ability to work in a team environment.
• Proactive attitude and strong people skills.
• Willingness to learn and develop practical skills.
• Right to work in the UK and residency in the EU for 3 years or more.
• No prior experience in the optical sector.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Southampton

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: undetermined

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: Entry Level

Industry: Other