Supervisor / Team LeaderCloses in 17 days

Retail Supervisor

Specsavers

WhitehavenView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)

Pay

£28,500/yr

Contract

Permanent

Hours

39 hrs/week · Full-time · Weekends

Closing date

9 November 2026

17 days left

Job description

Are you an experienced Retail Supervisor looking for a new challenge?

Are you ready to lead by example and champion a customer-first mindset? You can make a real difference as a Supervisor here at Specsavers.

You will keep our team running like clockwork and will be at the forefront of bringing better eye care to your community, while progressing your career and supporting others to do the same. In short, this is an opportunity you don't want to miss.

You will assist the store Directors/Managers with day-to-day retail operations and have responsibility for supervising, coaching and motivating staff to achieve excellent standards and customer service with a focus on exceeding performance targets.

Each day you will support the team by using key performance indicators to increase sales and maximise profits. You will support the management team in the effective running of the store.

At Specsavers we are passionate about our people and their development. You will receive thorough and continued training and development to enhance your understanding of our products and how to put into practice effective people management.

You will play a key part in creating a warm and friendly atmosphere and an outstanding store environment both for our customers and our team. You do not need experience within optics, if you have strong retail supervisor/managerial skills then don't hesitate to apply.

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:

Full Time Hours - 38.75 hours per week including weekends

Salary starting from £28,500 per annum

You could earn up to 6 days off extra a year - performance based

We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too

Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings

WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most

Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app

Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family

Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you!

Enhanced family leave and company sick pay

Excellent access to public transport

Find out more

We'd love for you to apply, but there's also some desirable experience that could set you apart from the competition if you have it.

Previous experience in a fast-paced customer service environment

Experience in optics or Audiology business

Strong supervisor/retail management experience

Basic knowledge/experience of optical and/or Audiology terminology

How to apply

Applications are handled entirely by the employer on the original advert. We do not collect CVs, supporting statements or application data.

Provenance

Source

Reed

First seen

2 October 2026

Last checked

5 October 2026

Salary, closing date and description are taken from the employer's advert. The original advert always takes precedence.

About the employer

Specsavers

Retailer

This listing was structured from Reed. Vacancy details and the application process remain the responsibility of the original source.

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