Trainee Lab Technician - Keynsham, Bristol
Specsavers
Keynsham, BS31 1EGView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Pay
£8.20–£12.91/hr
Contract
Not specified
Hours
40 hrs/week · Full-time · Weekends
Closing date
6 November 2026
14 days leftJob description
So, you’re proactive, organised, like working with your hands and offering the best service to our customers? Sounds like you’d be a great fit here. If you're interested in working in an Optical Lab, this Trainee Lab Technician role could be perfect for you.
As a Trainee Lab Technician you'll support the end-to-end production of glasses, from preparing lenses and frames through to final quality checks. You will use the latest computer-controlled equipment with an eye for detail & accuracy, allowing you to maintain high standards to maximise customer satisfaction.
Our store
The Specsavers Keynsham store offers a welcoming and community-focused environment, delivering high-quality eye and hearing care to a loyal and growing customer base.
Located in a busy high street setting, the store benefits from strong footfall and excellent public transport links, with regular bus services connecting Keynsham to both Bristol and Bath, and a nearby train station providing convenient rail access for commuters.
Equipped with modern testing facilities and the latest optical technology, the store is committed to professional development and continuous improvement, making it an ideal place for both experienced professionals and those looking to grow their career within a trusted and well-established brand.
Our team
The team at Specsavers Keynsham is made up of friendly, experienced professionals who are passionate about delivering outstanding patient and customer care. With a strong mix of clinical expertise and retail knowledge, the team works collaboratively to create a supportive and positive working environment.
Colleagues are approachable, hard-working, and motivated, always going the extra mile to ensure every customer feels valued and well looked after. There is a genuine focus on teamwork, development, and knowledge sharing, making the store an inclusive place where individuals are encouraged to grow, build confidence, and develop long-term careers within the business.
As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:
- £8.20 - £12.91 per hour
- Full Time - 40 hours per week, to include working a weekend day
- We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
- Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
- WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
- Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app
- Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family
- Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you!
- Enhanced family leave and company sick pay
What we’re looking for?
- Eye for detail
- Be flexible and adaptable
- Organised
- Hard worker
- Good time management skills
We'll provide all the training you will need to be able to confidently perform the following tasks:
- Reading lens and frame specifications from prescriptions
- Using blocking and glazing machines to cut lenses to the correct shape and fit
- Assembling lenses into frames
- Tinting of lenses to provide UV protection and a variety of colours
- Ordering frames and lenses
- Quality checking of completed glasses
- Good housekeeping and machine maintenance
Find out more
Got all of these? We can’t wait for you to apply!
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Provenance
Source
Specsavers
First seen
15 October 2026
Last checked
24 October 2026
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