Dispensing Optician
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D.O. it with Specsavers
Join Specsavers as a Dispensing Optician this May and get a joining bonus of up to £/€10,000!
When you come on board, we’ll help you expand your knowledge with professional certifications in areas like low vision and paediatric eye care. Our friendly and supportive environment encourages both personal and professional growth, and you can even explore our unique business ownership opportunities.
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Our Dispensing Opticians encounter people with all kinds of eyecare needs. Together with your team, you’ll make sure everyone is empowered to see to their full potential. For you, this role is about giving the best care. It’s the pride you feel when you see the difference your knowledge and skills can make. Our size and scale mean that you can start here and follow your dream career path. You’ll already have a broad range of training in clinical skills, complex prescriptions, paediatric dispensing and more. And there’s plenty of room for development, whether it’s becoming a Contact Lens Optician, taking on high qualifications with ABDO, helping others to develop or setting your sights on partnership.
Search for rolesHear from some of our Dispensing Opticians
Rob
Dispensing Optician
I love that no two days are ever the same. I’ve learned invaluable skills as a Dispensing Optician to be able to solve problems and help people to see better which makes a huge difference to their lives.
Lauren Smith
Dispensing Optician
I feel incredibly fulfilled in my current job. Being out there at career events and schools, I get to showcase what we offer. I want everyone to feel that joining us isn’t just about getting a job – it’s about opening a world of opportunities they had never even thought of.
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£40,000 plus a 5k welcome bonus
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Wokingham, South, United Kingdom
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Dispensing Optician
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Up to £30k plus bonus (depending on experience)
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Caterham, South East, United Kingdom
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Brighton, South East, United Kingdom
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