Why work with us?
We are a family business. We work in communities up and down the country, in practices and on the road. Yes, we’re the biggest provider of care, with ground-breaking technology and a support network that spans the globe. We’re also passionate about making expert eyecare affordable and accessible to all. We’re not one size fits all though. Our stores are locally owned and run by our partners, so we deliver eyecare that works for each community. Do you want to be part of it?
Learn more about life at SpecsaversThe sky is the limit
Here, we’re all about opportunity. No matter where in the business you join us, there’s no limit to what you could do. You could work in an international market, become part of our Home Visits team or take on a support office role. With us, you can grow your own knowledge through higher qualifications, you could take on a mentoring role or supervise others. You could even end up owning your own business as a partner. Join us and feel the freedom of knowing you have all the options.
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Optometrist
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Salary
Negotiable depending on experience
Location
Wick, Scotland, United Kingdom
Contract Duration
Permanent
Area of Interest
Optometrist
Locations
Wick
Description
Want to be the reason why people should’ve gone to Specsavers? As an Optometrist here, you’ll be the go-to for eye examinations and contact lens services, helping us keep the nation seeing 20/20. You
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01/01/0001
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Dispensing Optician
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Salary
Up to £30,500 per annum DOE
Location
Cardiff, Wales, United Kingdom
Contract Duration
Permanent
Area of Interest
Dispensing Optician
Locations
Cardiff
Description
Ready to deliver the best patient care from the heart of our store? If your answer is yes, as a qualified Dispensing Optician, you could be a role model playing a key part in creating a warm, friendly
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01/01/0001
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Optometrist
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Salary
up to £55k DOE + up to £10k golden hello (terms apply)
Location
Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom
Contract Duration
Permanent
Area of Interest
Optometrist
Locations
Edinburgh
Description
Position: Optometrist Location: Gyle Centre, Edinburgh Salary: Up to £55,000 depending on experienceWorking hours: Full time (38 hours) condensed over 4 days Experience level: Open to both newly qual
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Expiry Date
01/01/0001
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05/22/2025
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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
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05/08/2025
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"It's like watching light bulbs come on!"
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05/08/2025
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"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
"I wanted something bigger": Anna-Marie's story
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05/02/2025
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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
From dispensing optician to being her own boss: Verity's story
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04/28/2025
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04/14/2025
Summary
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Personal and professional growth: Amy's story
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04/14/2025
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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
From Optics to Audiology: Kristi’s journey
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04/09/2025
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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
Relocating from Nigeria to the UK: Chidinma's story
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International CareersContent Type
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04/08/2025
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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
From nervous beginner to confident leader: Katie's story
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BlogPublish date
04/03/2025
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