
“It’s such an important role” – Mia talks all things Clinical Lead
Sign Up For Post Alerts
Mia started her journey with Specsavers in an admin role and, after completing the Hearing Aid Dispenser Apprenticeship with the support of her store directors, fast-forward a few years and she is now a qualified Hearing Aid Dispenser and Clinical Lead at Specsavers Peterborough. I spoke with Mia to learn more about the Clinical Lead position and how it’s offered her an opportunity to grow professionally and clinically since qualification.
The day-to-day
As a Clinical Lead, Mia's overall aim is to ensure that all clinical colleagues are performing to a high standard. Each quarter, the focus is on a different clinical competency; whether it's testing, to guidelines, or other essential skills. Mia compiles the necessary information, hosts training sessions, and conducts peer-to-peer reviews. It's all about making sure the team is on the ball and providing the best care possible.
Taking on the role
When the prospect of the position first came up, Mia had recently fully qualified. "I was a bit like, I don't know whether I'm putting too much on my plate." However, after attending a training course hosted by the Audiology Clinical Performance Consultant (CPC) for her area, she realised that she was ready for the challenge. Even today, Mia knows she’s never on her own; she has the support and expertise of her CPC and other clinical leads in her area to call on, in the case of a more complex situation.
Growing your professional skills
The role also involves taking on leadership responsibilities that Mia never thought she had. "I didn't think I had the ability to do presentations or training," she admits. "But now, I'm delivering training to my director and observing them which is a bit strange! But it's also incredibly rewarding." In those settings, Mia explains, despite them being the business owner, we’re all just clinicians working together to ensure we’re delivering the best quality care for our patients.
The perfect way to take the next step
Mia now feels more confident standing up delivering clinical training sessions. She explains that being able to progress into the clinical lead role is a great option for audiologists looking for another focus alongside clinics. "It's taking that step away from the sometimes-repetitive nature of clinic work," she explains. "It's showcasing your leadership skills and taking on responsibility." This role is perfect for those who want to develop their skills and take on new challenges. "I really look forward to my clinical lead days."
She also says that her additional clinical focus means she’s ensuring her own clinical skills are kept up to the highest level as well. “It's a chance to get everything in order and make sure we're providing the best care possible.”
Want to learn more?
We have opportunities available across the UK and Ireland to join our audiology teams. Progressing into a Clinical Lead role could be the perfect next step in your audiology journey. Alternatively, if you’re interested in learning about becoming an owner of a Specsavers business, you can learn more about partnership.
#FeelsLikeSpecsavers

Teaser
AudiologyContent Type
BlogPublish date
05/22/2025
Summary
From school leaver to Home Visits Director: A career built on care, growth, and support When Danielle left school in 2005, she wasn’t entirely sure what her future would look like - but she k

Teaser
Support OfficeContent Type
BlogPublish date
05/08/2025
Summary
"I'm passionate that leadership is for everyone!" In light of Learning at Work Week, Zoe Stebbings, Leadership Development Programme Manager for UK/ROI Retail, tells us about her career journey to

Teaser
Support OfficeContent Type
BlogPublish date
05/08/2025
Summary
"It's like watching light bulbs come on!" During Learning at Work Week 2025, Jenny Clifford, Global Learning Experience Design Lead, tells us why she loves learning and how Specsavers supports her

Teaser
DispensingContent Type
BlogPublish date
05/02/2025
Summary
Born and raised in England, Anna-Marie moved to Northern Ireland at 18, unsure of her career path. She dabbled in painting and art, but it wasn’t until she took a receptionist role at an independent o

Teaser
DispensingContent Type
BlogPublish date
04/28/2025
Summary
Verity's journey from a dedicated dispensing optician to a business owner at Specsavers shines a light on one of the several varied paths a DO (Dispensing Optician) could take with Specsavers. Here,
by
Mike Davidson

Teaser
DispensingContent Type
BlogPublish date
04/14/2025
Summary
Rachel Clarke was seven years old when she decided she wanted to be an optician. Why? Because her ultimate hero, her dad, who knew the answers to every question she ever asked, didn’t know how her

Teaser
DispensingContent Type
BlogPublish date
04/14/2025
Summary
Amy Griffiths, a dedicated Dispensing Optician at the Swansea Specsavers store, has a life that revolves around her passion for optics and her energetic collie, Aurora. "My life kind of really centres

Teaser
AudiologyContent Type
BlogPublish date
04/09/2025
Summary
Kristi journey from optics to audiology is a reflection of her determination and passion for helping others. Initially working in the Redditch branch of Specsavers, Kristi was intrigued by a career
by
Mike Davidson

Teaser
International CareersContent Type
BlogPublish date
04/08/2025
Summary
A new beginning Chidinma Ulu is an Optometrist who relocated to Bristol from Nigeria back in 2021. She’s excited to share her journey, from her education in Nigeria to becoming a fully qualified Optom

Teaser
ApprenticeshipsContent Type
BlogPublish date
04/03/2025
Summary
Katie Marshall, Supervisor in our Wellington store, started out as an Optical Assistant Apprentice. From going through some particularly tough times due to health challenges to flourishing in her care
Selected jobs for you
Salary
up to £63k Dependent on Experience plus bonus and car allowance
Location
Remote
Contract Duration
Permanent
Area of Interest
Marketing, Creative & PR
Locations
Whiteley
Description
Insights Knowledge ManagerUK Do you love turning data into decisions and insights into impact? Do you dream of building something from the ground up that helps teams across the globe truly understand
Reference
sf-81946-1
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
£7.75 per hour
Location
Pudsey, North East, United Kingdom
Contract Duration
Permanent
Area of Interest
Optical Assistant Apprenticeship
Locations
Pudsey
Description
Are you a caring individual looking to start your career in an Optics environment? You’ve come to the right place. As well as being passionate and motivated in everything you do, it’s important tha
Reference
sf-82029-1
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Elisha Aunger
Author
Elisha AungerSalary
Up to £40k plus £5k welcome bonus
Location
Clacton-on-Sea, East England, United Kingdom
Contract Duration
Permanent
Area of Interest
Audiologist / Hearing Aid Dispenser
Locations
Clacton-on-Sea
Description
Ready to do the right thing by our customers? As a qualified Hearing Aid Dispenser (HAD), you’ll share our vision to give customers the very best professional service in their own home, helping them i
Reference
sf-81599-1
Expiry Date
01/01/0001

Author
Kasia Mnich
Author
Kasia Mnich