Early careers at Specsavers
Want to feel like you can change lives?
Turn your interests into a career
Do you like to ask questions? Would you say that science is your favourite subject? Maybe you like to look at the detail and figure things out? Or you’re interested in helping people? All these skills and abilities make a great start for a career in Optometry or Audiology. Whether you’ve just left school, are graduating university or are in the first few years of working, there are opportunities here for everyone.
Optometry
Optometry is about caring for the health of your eyes. To get started here, you’ll need a strong background in science and enjoy speaking to and helping people. It’s a career path that’s in demand, pays well and offers flexible working hours.
Find out moreAudiology
Audiology is about caring for the health of your ears. To get started here, you’ll be interested in problem solving and looking for a role where you can help others. Good customer service skills can be a big help too. There are loads of ways to start and develop in Audiology, with support to grow in the way you choose.
Find out moreBecome a Bright Star
Thinking about a medical career? Take a look at this. Optometry is more than just glasses. It’s detecting and diagnosing abnormalities and diseases using the latest technology. It’s identifying problems with health – think high blood pressure and diabetes. It’s about changing and saving lives. Interested? If you are, you should see what we have on offer through our Bright Stars university scholarship.
Read MoreTry our virtual work experience
See your future a little clearer with our brand-new Virtual Work Experience Programme. This interactive experience gives you a behind-the-scenes look at what really happens at Specsavers, and the people who make it all work. Across various interactive modules, you’ll explore how every part of our business comes together to help people see and hear better every day. Get insight, expert guidance, and a clearer view of where your career could take you.
Join our virtual work experienceAdvice for parents and teachers
As our population ages, there is a growing demand for both optometrists and audiologists. Working with us can offer young people job stability, flexibility, great support and a range of development opportunities. We hold school workshops in certain areas of the UK to give an insight into our work and encourage anyone who’s interested to ask about work experience in store. Depending on your location, we may also be able to offer financial support through university. If you’d like to know more, you can get in touch below.
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