Looking for work – Careers in Eyecare

For students, Looking for work, Work 21 April 202621 April 2026 Kaye McIntosh

Find your future at a careers fair

Careers fairs are great opportunities to meet employers and find out more about what they have to offer – and what they want from recruits. Find out about local events through: school, college or university Jobcentre Plus social media posts about work in your area Specsavers reach out Experts from Specsavers have been inspiring the next generation to consider a career in optics. A team from the practice in Stamford, Lincolnshire, visited Stamford College for a careers fair. They talked to students about the diverse and rewarding pathways…

For students, For teachers, Looking for work, Students, Work, Work experience 30 March 202630 March 2026 Kaye McIntosh CV, job hunt, job search, soft skills

Essential soft skills employers want

Employers are increasingly looking for soft skills that complement AI and automation, such as teamwork, emotional intelligence and problem-solving. The job market may be hard for anyone seeking work but according to ManpowerGroup's 2025 Talent Shortage Survey, 76% of UK employers report difficulty recruiting the right talent. Demonstrating your mastery of soft skills can help you stand out from the crowd, especially if you don’t have much experience of relevant employment. Hard skills are technical and job-specific. Soft skills are…

A levels, Apprenticeships, Careers in eyecare, Dispensing optician, For students, Looking for work, Study, Work 27 February 202627 February 2026 Kaye McIntosh

Meet Chloe, apprentice dispensing optician

Chloe tells us why she chose an apprenticeship in dispensing optics. She's a student dispensing optician at Lynne Fernandes Optometrists in Bristol What inspired you to become a dispensing optician? From a young age I have always wanted to become an optometrist but after getting a Saturday job in optics while studying for my A levels I discovered there were other paths than just going to university. After finishing my A-levels I decided I didn’t want to go to university.…

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,…

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, 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…

Careers in eyecare, For students, Looking for work, Work 30 June 202530 June 2025 Kaye McIntosh

How to get your CV in front of a human

Many employers use software called applicant tracking systems (ATS) to sift through CVs to find candidates for interview. Your application has to successfully get through the ATS before it even reaches the recruiter or hiring manager. So how do you get your CV through to the next stage, where it’s seen by a human being? The answer is keywords. The ATS scans hundreds of CVs and ranks candidates based on keywords chosen by the employer. These are specific words or…

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