Optometrist

Boots UK; Bridge Yate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

CPD days

Performance-based quarterly bonus

Generous employee discounts

Flexible benefits scheme

Job summary

A leading pharmacy retail chain in Bridge Yate is seeking an Optometrist to lead clinics and provide specialist care. Responsibilities include maintaining outstanding patient care through eye testing and delivery of enhanced services based on store needs. Candidates must be GOC registered or expect to be in the next 6 months. This part-time role offers competitive salary along with significant employee benefits, including generous discounts and contributions to retirement savings.

Qualifications

• GOC registered or expecting to be in the next 6 months.
• Additional registration with the relevant NHS body is required.
• Drive to deliver excellent patient care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinics and provide specialist care and advice to all patients.
• Test eyes using the latest technology while maintaining outstanding patient care.
• Deliver enhanced services depending on the store needs.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Motivation to deliver patient care

Education

GOC registered or expecting to be

Additional registration with NHS body

Job description

Optometrist – Boots UK

Location: Boots UK – Bridge Yate, England, United Kingdom

Seniority level: Entry level | Employment type: Part‑time | Job function: Health Care Provider | Industries: Retail

Role Summary

Our Optometrists make a real difference by delivering an outstanding service to our communities. To enable you to be at your best, you’ll have access to emerging technologies, dedicated clinical support teams, and unique Boots Opticians training, no matter your level of experience. Wherever you are in your optometrist career, there is always something new to learn, experiences to gain and ways to grow with Boots Opticians.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinics and provide specialist care and advice to all patients
• Test eyes using the latest technology while maintaining outstanding patient care
• Deliver enhanced services depending on the store needs
• Respond to emergency triages
• Work with external healthcare professionals
• Provide clinical support to team members on the shop floor
• Provide advice to patients using your clinical knowledge
• Keep up to date with latest clinical practices
• Work closely with senior stakeholders

Qualifications

• GOC registered (or expecting to be in the next 6 months)
• Additional registration with the relevant NHS body
• Drive to deliver excellent patient care
• Excellent communication and organisation skills
• The motivation to ‘See What’s Possible’ for our teams, customers, and patients

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Boots Retirement Savings Plan (company contribution of up to 12%)
• Reimbursement of GOC and professional indemnity fees
• CPD days across the year, keeping you up to date
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
• Performance‑based quarterly bonus
• Generous employee discounts for yourself and another family member
• 33 days holidays including bank holiday (pro‑rata)
• Flexible benefits scheme including discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying and more
• 70% discount off glasses
• Additional benefits details available at boots.jobs/rewards

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. Join our team and let’s see what’s possible when we change for the better.

Application Process

If successful on application, a member of the recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application. Where a role is advertised as full‑time, we are open to discussing part‑time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we can provide reasonable adjustments to help you at your best.

After receiving an offer you will complete a Pre‑employment check. Depending on your location you may be asked to submit a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) or Access NI Check. Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case‑by‑case basis.