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5 tips for all school leavers ready for the world of work

If you have just left school and aren’t sure about your next step, you’re not alone. Thousands of 16 to 18-year-olds have finished school and are ready to explore the world of work. These tips from youth-friendly organisation ABDO will help you make the leap. School leavers – ready to make the jump to working? You may have something lined up already, but if you don’t, here are some tips to help you explore what you might like to do.…

How to make the most of your apprenticeship

Thomas Gluyas is an apprentice optical assistant, training with Woodspeen. Read on for his tips for a successful apprenticeship. Could a Career in Eyecare be what you’ve been looking for? Thomas's tips for success Don’t be afraid to try an apprenticeship in something you’d never considered before.For me, where I work and who I work with is more important than the content of the apprenticeship itself.Think where you could be in two or three years’ time after taking your apprenticeship:…

Apprenticeships in eyecare

Have you thought about becoming an apprentice? It’s a great way to start work, gain experience and get a qualification too. Working in eyecare is a great career for a range of people: there are jobs for you if you are interested in fashion, retail, science, technology, health and business. Read on to find the answers to your questions about apprenticeships. What apprenticeships are available in the eyecare sector? There are two apprenticeships are available in the eyecare sector: Optical assistantSpectacle…