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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?
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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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Salary
Up to £30,000 depending on experience
Location
Helensburgh, Scotland
Store ID
1399
Contract Duration
Permanent
Area of Interest
Dispensing Optician
Location
Helensburgh
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
Reference
sf-86454-1
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Alicia Downingkeat
Author
Alicia DowningkeatSalary
Competitive
Location
Oldham, North West
Store ID
0235
Contract Duration
Permanent
Area of Interest
Dispensing Optician
Location
Oldham
Description
Position: Dispensing Optician Location: Oldham, Greater Manchester Salary: up to £31,500 depending on experience + High reward potential bonus scheme Working Hours: Full or Part-time considered Expe
Reference
sf-84962-1
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Salary
£65,000
Location
Kingston Park, North East
Store ID
2455
Contract Duration
Permanent
Area of Interest
Optometrist
Description
Are you an ambitious optometrist looking to keep your career moving as part of our well-established team? You’ve come to the right place. Whether you’re newly qualified or have years of experience,
Reference
sf-84957-1
Expiry Date
01/01/0001
Author
Leah Khalfan
Author
Leah KhalfanHear how our Optometrists feel about the work we do
Zahrah Haleem
Optometrist
Specsavers feels like a family. From weekends as an optical assistant to my pre-reg, their support has been constant. My director, supervisor and colleagues offered wisdom, advice and even chocolate! Their support is invaluable, shaping me into a better optometrist and person.
Tomi Fayefunmi
Optometrist
Working at Specsavers feels incredibly flexible, especially with a four-day work week and condensed hours. This extra day off feels like a game-changer, giving me time to pursue my passions and significantly boosting my job satisfaction.
Karishma Patel
Optometrist
Working at Specsavers has given me the opportunity to enrol in the Pathway to Partnership programme, which is incredibly exciting. The prospect of having my own business feels very rewarding and motivates me to keep pushing forward.
#FeelsLikeSpecsavers
Teaser
PartnershipContent Type
BlogPublish date
10/28/2025
Summary
Sayuri isn’t one to shy away from a challenge. After qualifying as an optometrist in South Africa in 2007, she quickly built a thriving career, owning and growing six franchise stores over the years.
Teaser
AudiologyContent Type
BlogPublish date
10/27/2025
Summary
Pip’s audiology journey I started at 15 as a Saturday colleague in the Huddersfield store. I struggled to hear some patients, so one of the audiologists checked my ears and uncovered my own hearing lo
by
Mike Davidson
Teaser
AudiologyContent Type
BlogPublish date
10/27/2025
Summary
Hi, 👋 I’m Lorna I’ve recently started working with Specsavers Inverness as an Audiology Practitioner (AP). Here’s a bit about my story: My own hearing journey started when my mum booked me in for a
by
Mike Davidson
Teaser
AudiologyContent Type
BlogPublish date
10/27/2025
Summary
Hi, I’m Rozie 👋 I’m the Audiology Partner at Specsavers Folkestone My journey with Specsavers started when I was looking to move back home from Gloucestershire. I was working for another high-stree
by
Mike Davidson
Teaser
AudiologyContent Type
BlogPublish date
10/17/2025
Summary
When Joel Sebastian was deciding what to do after school, he knew he wanted to help people. Growing up in Kerala, South India, surrounded by family members in medicine, it felt like a natural path. Bu
Teaser
RetailContent Type
BlogPublish date
10/07/2025
Summary
Matthew Irvine didn’t plan a linear career—and that’s exactly what’s made it so impactful.He joined Specsavers in 2017 as a Divisional Support Manager, a development role designed to help new starters
Teaser
OptometryContent Type
BlogPublish date
09/24/2025
Summary
When Sam Thomas first stepped into the world of optics 16 years ago, she never imagined it would lead to running her own store on the Cornish coast. Her journey from Optical Assistant to national trai
Teaser
Support OfficeContent Type
BlogPublish date
08/29/2025
Summary
Celebrating National Payroll WeekPayroll might happen behind the scenes, but it’s at the heart of every organisation. Our Payroll Services team is a mix of problem-solvers, people champions, and proce
by
Mike Davidson
Teaser
OptometryContent Type
BlogPublish date
08/27/2025
Summary
Rachel Pointon’s career in optometry has been anything but linear—and that’s exactly what makes it so inspiring. From hospital clinics to high-performing stores, from mentoring pre-regs to influencin
Teaser
OptometryContent Type
BlogPublish date
08/27/2025
Summary
Hi, I’m Alan 👋 I grew up on the southside of Glasgow and I’m currently the Lead Optometrist at Specsavers in Sauchiehall Street. How did I get here? To be honest, I was never entirely sure that op
by
Mike Davidson