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At Vision Express, we're dedicated to helping our Apprenticeship colleagues thrive. Whether you're looking to become a Retail Optical Assistant, Store Manager, or registered Optical Professional, we've got a range of career progression opportunities to support you on your journey. 

With our Apprenticeship, you'll gain valuable experience in the optical industry, whilst earning a wage. We understand that everyone's career path is unique, which is why we offer a variety of development programs to help you reach your goals. Whatever your aspirations may be, we're here to support you every step of the way. 

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     Benefits

  • 33 days annual leave which increases with your length of service 
  • Life assurance
  • Free annual eyewear 
  • Pension scheme 
  • Discounts for your family & friends
  • Company-wide community with peer-to-peer knowledge, sharing and collaborating through our internal channels

     Additional benefits

  • Access to world leading technology and working environments 
  • Access to Leonardo - EssilorLuxottica learning platform

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    Opt-in benefits

  • Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation 
  • Buy & sell holidays 
  • Flexible lifestyle benefits such as gymflex, Dining cards, discounted travel insurance, experience days and even discounted bicycles through our cycle to work scheme
  • Health related benefits such as; cash plan, additional life cover, dental cover, and critical illness cover 
    Not all of these benefits are available in the Republic of Ireland.

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Optical Assistant Apprentice Level 3

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Scunthorpe.

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England

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Looking for a unique retail apprenticeship opportunity? Join us at Vision Express on an 18-month program where you'll earn a level 3 qualification in Optical Retail while receiving comprehensive train

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Optical Assistant Apprentice Level 3

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Location

Ipswich

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Temporary / Fixed Term Contract

Internal or External

External

Location

England

Ipswich

Job area

Apprenticeships

Description

Looking for a unique retail apprenticeship opportunity? Join us at Vision Express on an 18-month program where you'll earn a level 3 qualification in Optical Retail while receiving comprehensive train

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Working a flexible week: Ravinder's work-life balance a Resident Optometrist at Vision Express

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In a world where the definition of a perfect work-life balance is constantly evolving, at Vision Express, we want to stand out as a beacon for Eyecare Professionals that are seeking not just a job,

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We caught up with Ravinder on her flexible working week at Vision Express as a Resident Optometrist

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01/25/2024

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There are many things to think about when looking for the next step in your career, and one of the biggest considerations could be the flexibility of the role.Maybe you’re looking for set hours t

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Vision Express Optometrist Saloni chat's through her ideal working week whilst working as a resident Optometrist at Vision Express.

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03/22/2023

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Optometrists are professionals with a lot of knowledge and as an optometrist, your CV needs to reflect that. Your CV is how you get your foot in the door and is your first impression on your potenti

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The future of the eyecare industry is looking bright, with the estimated global eyewear market value for 2030 coming in at 270.8 billion pounds. Opticians are and will continue to be in high demand.

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03/06/2023

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03/01/2023

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Becoming a pre-registration optometrist can be a challenging and rewarding experience. As you work towards your goal of becoming a fully qualified optometrist, you’ll have the opportunity to develop

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What are the career choices in our Vision Express stores?

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Publish date

02/20/2023

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The 2022 General Optical Council report surveyed optical professionals around the country and found that more people were satisfied in their current roles. Why might this be? Optometry is the place

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02/14/2023

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Publish date

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How Optometrist Store Manager Alun has shaped his own success

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Publish date

01/09/2023

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Optometry is an ever-changing industry with plenty of directions to take your career. That amount of choice means you can shape your career to what you want. But it can leave you questioning which

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Alun shares what it's like being an Optometrist Store Manager at Vision Express.

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