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Apprentice Optical Assistant

Potters Bar Eye Care Centre HERTS

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Apprenticeship Level

Optical assistant 2022 (level 3)

Apprenticeship Standard

Summary

A Level 3 Apprentice Optical Assistant is required. This is an excellent opportunity to follow a career path that can lead from Optical Assistant to Dispensing Optician to Optometrist. You will be helping individuals choose the correct frames and lenses for their glasses, as well as doing other screening tests.

Obtaining patients' medical history
Preparing Private and NHS records and paperwork
Filing in correct locations
Updating manual and computerised patient records
Process NHS and private payments
Use computerised patient recalls
Assist in the choosing of patients' frame choice
Telephone patients when they are due for an eye test
Diary management
Process spectacle and contact lens orders
Contact patients via phone to confirm appointments and advise when spectacles are ready
Training is given to fit spectacles and small repairs
Stock control and merchandising
Meet and greet patients on entering the practice
Housekeeping duties

Employment

£15,455 a year

Wage

37.5

Hours Per Week

12 May 2025

Expected Start Date

Shifts to be confirmed

Working Week

1 Year 9 Months

Expected Duration

Employer

Potters Bar Eye Care Centre

Employer Name

https://www.pottersbareyecare.co.uk

Employer Website

46 THE BROADWAY, DARKES LANE, POTTERS BAR, HERTS, EN6 2HW, HERTS

Employer Address

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Welcome to Potters Bar Eyecare! esteemed practice with a legacy of over 40 years. Established in 1965 by Mr. Howard Peters and his brother, and guided by Julie Gazey from 1990, we’ve provided professional, comprehensive eye tests and a wide range of glasses frames and contact lenses, serving the local community with dedication.

Training Provider

WOODSPEEN TRAINING LIMITED

Training Provider

Training To Be Provided

Optical Assistant Level 3 Apprenticeship Standard
Long-term career and promotion prospects
This is a full-time role with training delivered remotely to the workplace

Desired Applicant

Skills

Communication skills, IT skills, Attention to detail, Organisation skills, Customer care skills, Problem solving skills, Presentation skills, Administrative skills, Number skills, Analytical skills, Logical, Team working, Initiative, Non judgemental, Patience

Qualifications

English GCSE or equivalent (4) Essential, Maths GCSE or equivalent (4) Essential

How To Apply

To learn more about this apprenticeship vacancy, and for instructions on how to apply, please view the vacancy on the GOV.UK Find An Apprenticeship Service.

VAC1000303132

Vacancy Reference Number

6 May 2025

Application Closing Date

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