Career development

Research advisor at the Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD), Melanie Green (pictured), on the trends and changes to the workforce

Practice owner and principal dispensing optician, John Fried, discusses what he is looking for in an optometrist as he seeks to fill a full-time vacancy

Optometrist and practice director, Pam Robertson, on the importance of higher qualifications as she recruits for an optometrist at her Forfar-based independent

Optometrist and founder, Tanjit Dosanjh, shares insight into what he is looking for when recruiting practitioners to deliver eye care in prisons across the UK

Optometrist and practice owner, Ruth Low, looks for personal development and professional progression when recruiting new staff, as well as a good handshake

Lead optometrist at Cubitts, Jewlsy Mathews (pictured), discusses the importance of the cover letter and how a little research can go a long way

Optometrist and clinical director, Hannah Shooter, on the benefits of getting to know potential candidates in a relaxed setting

Optometrist and independent practice owner, Martin Steels, on his informal interview approach and how communication is key when applying for a role

Optometrist and head of Optegra Eye Sciences at Optegra Eye Health Care, Dr Clare O’Donnell, on what the specialist eye hospital group looks for in new employees

David Brearey, regional manager for the Valli Group, which has 14 independent practices in the north west of England, discusses how candidates can stand-out from the crowd when applying for a position with the group