From shop floors to scenic shores: Peter Taylor’s story
Peter Taylor shares how he found a fulfilling optometry career and a strong sense of community in Elgin, thanks to its natural beauty, supportive team, and patient-focused care.
Making a difference, one home visit at a time
Meet Kalpesh Mistry, domiciliary optometry partner in Kent. He shares how providing home visits became a passion, not just a job.
Karishma and her Kentish journey
Karishma Patel enjoyed her summer placement in our Chatham practice so much, she completed her pre-registration there and is now working at the store full time. She shares why she stayed and how she’s helping the next generation of optometrists.
From crossroads to clarity: Cat Cooper’s journey from optical assistant to optometry partner
Cat Cooper’s career path is a testament to resilience and passion. Initially aspiring to study medicine, things took an unexpected turn. In just 13 years, she went from being a part-time optical assistant to becoming an optometry partner . She shares her journey and deep connection to her hometown of Arbroath in northeast Scotland.
Providing a lifeline to the local community
When Rosie Baldwin joined Home Visits, she was looking for a better career. Now a customer service partner, she shares how it’s given her more than just financial rewards.
Seeing optometrists differently
When most people go to an optical practice, they’re usually after a new pair of glasses or contact lenses. Many don’t know that optometrists are trained to do much more than test eyes. Neil Pearson talks about his involvement in providing NHS funded clinical appointments for the local community.
Meet Rakesh: Ophthalmic Partner and President of British Contact Lens Association
Rakesh Kapoor is a Specsavers Ophthalmic partner of nearly 30 years and President of British Contact Lens Association. Here is his career story.
Meet Pragna: A Specsavers veteran and STEM Ambassador
Pragna Raghwni is a dedicated eye care professional with a 20-year career at Specsavers. She’s a practicing Contact Lens Optician (CLO), Dispensing Optician (DO), an examiner, mentor, coach for ABDO, and a true advocate for STEM learning.
From Optical Advisor to Partner | Meet Stefano, Retail Director at Specsavers Towcester
Stefano has been with Specsavers for over 20 years. Since joining Specsavers in Bletchley as their first pre-reg dispensing optician with hard-work and the will to learn new skills he’s recently become a Retail Director at Specsavers Towcester.
Island Life for a Specsavers Optometry Partner in Orkney
Life on the picturesque island of Orkney is set to improve with the opening of a new Specsavers store, offering residents better access to eye care services and the opportunity for an optometry partner to make a life-changing impact on the community.