Hempstead Valley Opticians

Welcome to Leightons Opticians & Hearing Care Hempstead Valley

Jayne Gaffin

Jayne Gaffin

Branch Manager & Dispensing Optician

Meet the Branch Manager at Leightons Hempstead Valley.

Ormsby Williams (RHAD BA BSHAA)

Ormsby Williams (RHAD BA BSHAA)

Hearing Aid Audiologist

Find out more about your local hearing care expert.

Jennifer Wilson

Jennifer Wilson

Optometrist

Jennifer has worn spectacles and contact lenses from an early age. This drew her towards optometry, as she always enjoyed her experiences when visiting her opticians. She started to work in the multiple sector in 2004, studying to become an optician. In 2008, Jennifer qualified as an Optometrist, after studying at Cardiff University. The latest technology we have in branch allows Jennifer to provide quality clinical care at all times. She is able to take the time needed with each patient to address their needs and concerns, while educating them about their eye health. Jennifer is accredited to carry out specialised examinations for those people who suffer with visual stress. "Visual Stress" is where processing of text is atypical. This can lead to reading difficulties, headaches and other visual problems when reading text.

Nicola Priestley

Nicola Priestley

Dispensing Optician

As Nicola is a glasses and contact lens wearer herself, she showed an interest in Optics from an early age. In 2002 she joined Leightons in Hempstead Valley, and started her journey as an Optical & Hearing Assistant, building her knowledge of the optical industry through the years. In 2008, Nicola embarked on a three year distance learning course at ABDO College, while also studying a degree, both in Ophthalmic Dispensing, at Canterbury Christchurch University. Nicola qualified in 2011 to become a Dispensing Optician. Nicola uses her experience and knowledge to help you select the perfect eyewear, and will endeavour to make you feel at ease. She enjoys learning about new products, enabling her to always provide the best customer care. Since qualifying, Nicola has become a fellow of the Association of British Dispensing Opticians.

Sarah Sharpe

Sarah Sharpe

Dispensing Optician

Currently studying an MSc in Optometry with the University of Central Lancashire, Sarah is a qualified Dispensing Optician with additional credentials, including an Eyewear Styling course. Find out more about your local Dispensing Optician.

Anita

Anita

Optical Hearing Assistant

Anita’s journey within optics started in 2010, after she noticed an advert at her local opticians. She applied for the part time position as she was a patient there already and found her experiences enjoyable and very interesting. In 2017, Leightons Opticians & Hearing Care acquired Bowden & Lowe, meaning Anita transferred to the Hempstead Valley branch. Then in 2018, she was offered a full time position within the branch, which she was delighted to accept. She is an always-present face, and still enjoys seeing regular customers from Bowden & Lowe. A big part of Anita’s position is pre-examination tests, which she carries out with maximum professionalism. “I’m fascinated by how much we can tell about someone's health, just by looking into their eyes. The equipment we have in branch is amazing, and I really enjoy learning about them with our opticians.”

Chris Welsh

Chris Welsh

Hearing Care Assistant

Christopher holds a BTEC Level 4 Diploma and a CPD certificate in Ear Wax Removal. He takes pride in having successfully completed his wax removal course and in helping patients regain their hearing. Find out more about your local Hearing Care Assistant.

Tracey Deadfield

Tracey Deadfield

Optical Hearing Assistant

Tracey started working at Leightons Opticians & Hearing Care in 2014. As a glasses and contact lens wearer herself, she has always found Optics fascinating, and wanted to be part of a team that are passionate about helping people. Tracey loves being able to provide the best possible care to all patients, and particularly enjoys using the latest technology in the branch.