Our early career opportunities span from early career roles within our practices and support offices to highly skilled clinical positions in Optometry and Audiology. Whether your passion lies in technology, customer service, finance, or clinical healthcare, there’s a welcoming pathway for you here.

For those drawn to clinical careers, there are clear, supported routes to become an Optometrist or Audiologist.  Our exclusive university scholarship helps STEM students with £10,000 over four years, paid part-time work, clinical mentoring, and access to inspiring events.

Audiology candidates can choose from apprenticeships, foundation degrees, or higher education diplomas. Specsavers graduate audiology programme offers structured training and development to talented Audiology graduates.

We champion “squiggly careers” encouraging you to explore creative, merchandising, marketing, or even leadership roles. You might even want to become a partner and run your own business.

Our investment in learning and development, through apprenticeships, leadership programs, and tailored pathways, means you’ll always have support to grow. 

Our Recruitment Approach At Specsavers, we’re committed to making your recruitment experience positive, inclusive, and transparent. From start to finish, we want you to feel informed and supported.

As a large global business with multiple career routes, our recruitment processes can vary depending on what vacancy or programme you are applying to. For example, the process for clinical positions in our practices differs from recruitment into our support offices.

Clinical Roles (Optometry)
 If you’re studying optometry, our Early Talent team will visit you on campus during your second and third years to guide you through the application process for your CLiP placement year. This ensures you have the support and information you need well before you graduate and qualify.

Clinical Roles (Audiology)

If you’re studying any of our Audiology programmes, you will hear about Specsavers employment opportunities within our businesses. You can also see opportunities on our Specsavers careers website and upload your CV to apply. From there, our recruitment team will review your application and keep you informed about next steps.

Support Office Roles
 For roles in our support offices, the process typically begins through the Specsavers careers site by uploading your CV and applying to an open vacancy. From there, our dedicated internal recruitment team will review your application and keep you informed about next steps throughout the process.