Specsavers sets its sights on creating 24 new vacancies as demand increases

Following the easing of restrictions, and with large numbers of customers postponing tests during the pandemic, the new roles have been created to accommodate the increasing demand.

As well as clinical vacancies for registered optometrists and audiologists, the business is also recruiting for non-clinical vacancies - including retail, store management and apprenticeship roles - which don’t require any previous optical experience.

Sean McCauley, Chair of Specsavers in Northern Ireland and co-owner/optometry director of Specsavers stores in Londonderry, said: “We’ve experienced a real bounce back in trade across the region, so we’re really pleased to be in a position to create these new roles. We would love people to consider a career with us, even if it means doing something completely different to what they are used to, as we have such a broad spectrum of roles available and provide training at all levels.”

The pandemic has proved especially difficult for retail workers, with thousands of jobs lost since the first lockdown last March. Two-thirds of those who lost their job UK wide were under 25, but Sean McCauley is keen to highlight that age and experience isn’t an object for the range of new roles on offer.

Sean added: “As well as those with many years of clinical experience under their belt, we’re really keen to be talking to people from all backgrounds and ages, so if they would be of interest to you or someone you know, please do get in touch. At Specsavers we always strive to put the customer at the heart of everything that we do. Expanding our team will help us continue to do this. We know a lot of people have missed their eye tests during lockdown, so we would advise to book in to see us as soon as possible.”

To apply for the roles, or to find out more information, please visit: https://join.specsavers.com/uk/

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