Dispensing Optician

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.

Peterlee on the North east Coast of England offers a great deal for all ages, from walking, great mountain biking, diving, photography, 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 we 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 is always looking at new technology.

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

• 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

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 of 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