Careers in eyecare – Careers in Eyecare

Apprenticeships, Awards, bursaries and scholarships, Careers in eyecare, Looking for work, Work 23 December 202522 December 2025 Kaye McIntosh

Eyecare firm scoops national awards for apprenticeships

A high street optical chain came top in five categories at the 2025 regional and national Apprenticeship and Skills Awards. Specsavers won large apprenticeship employer of the year, while Katie House (pictured holding award) was named apprentice of the year. Dena Wyatt, head of apprenticeships, was named skills champion in the regional section. Katie said: ‘The highlight of this apprenticeship is actually seeing my development grow, I have been able to be a part of some many amazing things because…

Careers in eyecare, For students, For teachers, Looking for work, Optometrist, Work 30 November 202530 November 2025 Kaye McIntosh

Seven reasons to choose a future in optometry

Optometrists are skilled professionals who look after the health of their patients’ eyes. They are trained to detect defects in vision, signs of injury, eye diseases or abnormalities and general health problems, such as diabetes or high blood pressure. 1. Make a difference Optometry is a rewarding career, where you can make a real difference to people’s lives. You’ll diagnose sight problems and identify health issues – you could even save someone’s sight. Getting the right prescription can be life-changing,…

Careers in eyecare, For students, For teachers, Students, Work 27 November 202526 November 2025 Kaye McIntosh

How to choose a career

Not sure about what direction to take? Looking towards starting your working life, or seeking a fresh challenge? Creating a career development plan can help you take the first steps towards a successful future. A plan can be useful for anyone from school leavers to students, graduates to career changers. You can break it down into four stages: identify your skills and interests research ideas make your choice set achievable goals 1. Identify your skills and interests Think about your…

Careers in eyecare, Dispensing optician, For students, For teachers, Ophthalmologist, Optical assistant, Optometrist, Orthoptist, Work 31 October 202531 October 2025 Kaye McIntosh

The teacher’s guide to careers in eyecare

Healthcare is always a popular field for young people thinking of their future careers. But it’s not just about medicine or nursing – there’s a wide range of rewarding options, for people with all kinds of talents and interests. Eyecare has pathways that appeal to all sorts of interests, skills and talents. From healthcare to fashion, technology to retail, management, design or manufacturing, there’s a role for everyone. Optics has careers that offer recruits the chance to earn while they…

Awards, bursaries and scholarships, Careers in eyecare, For students, For teachers, Looking for work, Optical assistant, Optometrist, Work 16 September 202516 September 2025 Kaye McIntosh

Eyecare clinic ‘one of the best workplaces for women’

Eyecare clinic Newmedica Plymouth has been named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces for Women 2025. The award recognises the firm’s commitment to championing gender equality, supporting women’s career development and fostering an inclusive work environment. Shannon Page joined 18 months ago as an ophthalmic assistant before progressing to be a service engagement co-ordinator. She says: “I feel recognised, appreciated, supported and listened to on a daily basis, so I’m very pleased to hear about this award because it really…

Careers in eyecare, For students, For teachers, Looking for work, Optical assistant, Work 10 September 202510 September 2025 Kaye McIntosh

How to start your career in retail

Retail could be the perfect place to start your working life. Our top tips from the Careers in Eyecare experts can help you get the job you want. If you are passionate about people, love checking out the latest products or have a head for business, there’s a store that’ll be the perfect environment for you. But how do you make sure that you will nail that dream job? What are the key qualities that help you get ahead? The…

Apprenticeships, Careers in eyecare, Dispensing optician, Education, For students, For teachers, Looking for work, Optical assistant, Optometrist, Work 10 September 202510 September 2025 Kaye McIntosh

Why choose a career in eyecare?

There are lots of different routes You could start working as an optical assistant and study online to learn more about eyecare and eyewear. Or become a student or apprentice dispensing optician and earn while you learn via block release or day release. You can get a diploma or a degree while being paid. You could head to university for a degree in ophthalmic dispensing or optometry, followed by clinical experience under supervision to become a registered health professional. Other…

A levels, Careers in eyecare, Dispensing optician, Education, For students, For teachers, Optometrist, Students, Study 14 August 202514 August 2025 Kaye McIntosh

Results day – missed out on medicine?

Today’s one of the most stressful dates for many learners. It may feel like a disaster if you don’t get the grades for your chosen course, but there are options. Universities still want you – more than 50,000 students find their places through Clearing every year. There are plenty of healthcare fields outside medicine, where you can study to become a respected professional, combining patient care with science and technology. You could even move into medicine after studying something else…

A levels, Apprenticeships, Careers in eyecare, Dispensing optician, Eye clinic liaison officer, For students, For teachers, Looking for work, Ophthalmologist, Optical assistant, Optical practice manager, Optical sales rep, Optometrist, Orthoptist, Students, Work, Work experience 30 July 202530 July 2025 Kaye McIntosh

Careers for all talents and interests

Whatever your interests, there’s a career in eyecare that’s just right for you. From optometry to optical sales, frame design to practice manager, take a look at these ideas. Patient care There are lots of careers where you can make a difference to people’s health, from saving their sight to looking after those facing life-changing conditions. Ophthalmologist Optometrist Dispensing optician Orthoptist Ophthalmic nurse People skills Do you enjoy communicating and spending time your day interacting with other people? These roles…

A levels, Apprenticeships, Careers in eyecare, Education, Exams, For students, For teachers, GCSEs, Students, Study 30 July 202512 August 2025 Kaye McIntosh

Get ready for results day

You did all the work, you’ve taken a break… now results day is approaching. What are your options if things don’t go as well as you hoped after GCSEs, A Levels, BTECs, Nationals, Highers or T Levels? Key dates 5 August – SQA Highers and Nationals 14 August – A Levels 14 August – T Levels 14 August – BTEC Nationals 19 August – IGSCE (International GCSE) 21 August – BTEC First/Tech 12 August – GCSE If your results are…

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