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Change lives, including your own, at 100% Optical

Written byNatassia Gunn
Posting date: 13 Feb 2025

Join us on stand F24 at 100% Optical - 1 to 3 March 2025

Find out about the difference we’re making to people’s lives and where a career with Specsavers could take you. Our world-class CPD sessions are back, and our expert team of career advisors are readily available each day to discuss your future ambitions. 

We want to make a difference to people’s lives, including yours. There really is no limit to what you can achieve, so come and have a chat and find out more. 

Unconditional careers advice 

We operate across the world and have supported many colleagues in experiencing an limitless careers. There really is an array of opportunities available at Specsavers, so a fleeting glance will only touch the surface. 

Our teams will be on stand F24 to chat to you about how opportunities across our  stores or home visits teams can advance your clinical career. Or if becoming a business owner is your long-term goal, get chatting with our Partnership team. 

World-class Continuing Professional Development sessions 

We are excited to host a series of continuing professional development (CPD) sessions for optometrists and dispensing opticians, supported by Specsavers. These sessions will take place at the Specsavers stand F24 and on the main stage throughout the 100% Optical event on March 1st, 2nd, and 3rd.

The programme will cover various topics such as a must-see lecture on glaucoma and cataracts,  paediatric care, ocular nerve pathology, professionalism, caring for patients experiencing homelessness, retinal disorders commonly encountered in primary practice, independent prescribing (IP), and first steps in supervision with Scheme for Registration (SfR).


Register for free


Join us at stand F24 during 100% Optical from 1-3 March 2025. Explore career opportunities with Specsavers, attend our world-class CPD sessions. 

Book your tickets now to enhance your professional skills and knowledge.

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