Scrivens
Scrivens is a long-running family business helping people take care of their sight and hearing. Found on high streets across the UK, they combine professional care with great customer service. From helping people choose glasses to supporting their hearing needs, working here means making a real difference in someone’s day - and building useful skills in a welcoming and trusted setting.
Business fact file
Sector
Health and Social Care
Employees
7
Top jobs
Branch Manager
As a Branch Manager, you would lead the team at your Scrivens branch, making sure customers get a great experience. You would organise staff rotas, keep track of stock and help set sales targets. You would also support the team with training and guidance. Your job would be to make sure everything runs smoothly — from helping someone choose their new glasses to making sure appointments are booked correctly. You would need strong leadership skills, good organisation and a friendly attitude.
Contact Lens/Dispensing Optician
As a Contact Lens or Dispensing Optician, you would help customers choose lenses that fit their eyes and their lifestyle. You would check prescriptions, take precise measurements and give advice on how to wear and look after lenses or glasses. You would work closely with optometrists and customers to make sure everyone gets exactly what they need. You would need good communication skills, careful attention to detail and strong product knowledge.
Hearing Aid Audiologist
As a Hearing Aid Audiologist, you would test people’s hearing and recommend solutions that can improve their daily lives. You would fit hearing aids, show people how to use them and provide aftercare. You would meet a wide range of customers, including older people or those nervous about hearing loss, so kindness and patience are important. You would also need strong technical skills to adjust and programme hearing aids correctly.
Optical Sales Advisor
As an Optical Sales Advisor, you would help customers choose the perfect glasses or contact lenses. You would offer advice on styles, shapes and fits, and explain the different options available. You might also help with measuring and fitting frames, taking payments and booking appointments. You would need good people skills, confidence in dealing with money or computers and a keen eye for fashion and detail.
Optometrist
As an Optometrist, you would test people’s eyes to check their vision and look for any health problems. You would use special equipment to spot things like eye strain or signs of illness, and then recommend glasses, contact lenses or other treatments. You would need to be great at explaining things clearly and putting people at ease — especially those nervous about eye tests. Attention to detail, patience and a caring approach are essential for this role.
Fun fact: Scrivens was founded in 1938 and started out as a single opticians in Birmingham - over 80 years later, we’re still family-run and have grown to over 170 branches across the UK!