See your career at Specsavers: Meet James, Director of Digital Technology
Want to learn more about tech careers at Specsavers? Meet James and learn about his career in tech and journey to Specsavers.
Down Syndrome Ireland National Employment Programme – World Down Syndrome Day
To mark World Down Syndrome Day on 21st March, we’ve announced our particpation in DSI’s National Employment Programme. The programme aims to break down barriers and encourage employers across Ireland to consider adults with Down syndrome for roles. The theme for World Down Syndrome Day this year is “With Us Not for Us”, focusing on […]
See your career at Specsavers: Apprentice to Retail Manager, Saskia’s story
Why I’m loving the career I didn’t even know I wanted, thanks to Specsavers. Meet Saskia Robbins.
Jessica James shares how an apprenticeship helped her find her career path
Jessica James joined Specsavers as an apprentice. Here she tells us her experience of her first year and why it was such a good choice for her.
Flexible working at Specsavers – Meet Optometrist, Patrick Friis
Optometrist Patrick Friis tells us how flexible working at Specsavers has allowed him to study for a master’s in advanced clinical practice.
Hearing about 20 years of audiology
Specsavers Audiology turns 20 this year. Emma Walker shares the story of how a weekend job she got into, by accident, led to a 15-year career.
Scottish opticians and audiologists complete BSL training
Opticians and audiologists across Scotland have completed British Sign Language (BSL) training. Colleagues at 31 Specsavers stores across the country have undertaken training to ensure they are able to communicate with any customers who use BSL sign language. Arlene Stephenson, Specsavers’ Scottish chair, says: ‘Looking after our customers and making them feel comfortable is our […]
Holding onto your dreams: Anton’s story
Anton is an incredible example of never giving up! After attending a careers fair where audiology grabbed his attention, he went on to study at University but his studies were unfortunately cut short due to personal reasons. He changed track and began working in the car rental sector, but still with a dream of eventually […]
‘I can’t believe how many opportunities I’ve been given’
Dagmar Muur started working at Specsavers Waterford on the shop floor. Today, she’s a business owner and director as the store’s audiology partner
Specsavers bursary to support the next generation of optometrists
We are launching a bursary programme to inspire and support local school pupils to pursue an optometry career.