As a qualified Dispensing Optician, you could be a role model playing a key part in creating a warm, friendly atmosphere, and an outstanding store environment for our customers and industry-leading team.  

What’s on Offer? 

Peterlee on the North east Coast of England offers a great deal for all ages, from walking, great mountain biking, diving, photgraphy, art galleries, great schools and great house prices. With the great transport links this is an excellent location to live, work and have a work life balance that works for all.

This store is a part of the UK's most trusted optical brand and has enjoyed a strong period of growth recently, so as a result are looking to add another Dispensing Optician to the team. The store itself has 4 test rooms and has the latest Technology Nidek Fundus,Tonoref, Phoropters etc and are always looking at new technology.

You will have the full opportunity for clinical, professional, and personal development, including higher certifications, or stepping in to leadership. The store are lucky enough to have a close relationship and work with the Sunderland Eye infirmary, the best in Europe, for urgent referrals. 

As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: 

Up to £30,000 per annum (experience depending) 

Bonus scheme  

33 days annual leave plus your birthday off (pro-rata)

Part time of either 22.5 or 30 hours

Pension contribution 

Professional fees paid 

Specsavers Perks – our discounted benefits scheme 

Annual subscription to the “Headspace” app 

WeCare – UK confidential employee helpline 

Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities 

Support with IP, other higher accreditations and Pathway 

Access to latest clinical technology and equipment 

Support with CPD points 

Regular team events and team building evenings 

Find out more 

We do need you to have a few skills to get started in this role. Firstly, you’ll need a BSc (HONS) in Ophthalmic Dispensing and an excellent understanding on both the optics and audiology customer journeys. You must have excellent listening and communication skills, be passionate about providing top-notch customer service, and be a great team worker. 

Got all of these? We can’t wait for you to apply! Contact Leah via Leah.Khalfan@specsavers.com