Optometrist

Vision Express; Brynamman; On-site; GBP 66,000 - 80,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual leave

Sales bonus

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Overtime opportunities

Share purchase plan

Pension

Job summary

Vision Express in Ammanford is hiring a qualified optometrist for a part-time role, 23.25 hours across two weekdays and Saturdays. The package includes a salary up to £73,000, plus £4,000 car allowance, and a generous benefits scheme.

The store offers a 1-test-room setup, 590+ stores network, private medical cover for you and your family, life assurance, and enhanced annual leave. Join us to deliver outstanding eye care with support from EssilorLuxottica.

Qualifications

• GOC registered optometrist with valid registration.
• Proven clinical optometry skills and diagnostic ability.
• Strong teamwork and customer-focus to deliver a high-quality eye-care experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver clear diagnoses and patient care with confidence.
• Contribute to the store's commercial success through excellent service.
• Collaborate with colleagues to provide a seamless patient journey.

Skills

Clinical optometry

Education

GOC registered optometrist

Job description

• £73,000 per year
• Permanent
• Part-time
• 14 hours ago

At Vision Express, we give optometrists the equipment, time, and support to step out with confidence. Backed by the strength of EssilorLuxottica, your career is supported with unparalleled stability, development opportunities, and a clear path to grow. The role: Salary: Up to £73,000 (subject to your experience and location) Car allowance: £4,000 Location: Ammanford Working hours: Part time 23.25 hours (2 weekdays and every Saturday) Our store, which is based in the lovely market town of Ammanford, has 1 test room, which is fully equipped with market leading equipment. Set on the high street, with parking and public transport nearby, this store is supported by a well-established team. optometrists.

• 33 days' annual leave: Your time outside the test room matters. That's why your annual leave grows with you, rising to 38 days inc. bank holidays.
• Sales and performance-based bonus: Our bonus scheme rewards your performance, with an on-target bonus of up to £5,040 and the potential for higher rewards when your store achieves beyond expectations.
• Private medical cover for you and your family: We go the extra mile when it comes to your health. With private medical cover, not just for you, but for your family too.
• Life assurance: With life assurance worth four times your salary, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing your loved ones are protected, whatever happens.
• Overtime opportunities: Exclusive to Vision Express, the TG Pool is our network that gives optometrists flexibility to pick up shifts paid at 80% of the locum rate.
• Share in our success: We periodically offer colleagues the opportunity to participate in share purchase plans, providing an attractive way to share in EssilorLuxottica's long‑term growth and success
• A pension that plans for your future: Our competitive pension scheme helps you build a secure future, so you can focus on what matters most today.

Who we’re looking for

• Are a qualified, GOC registered optometrist
• Use your clinical expertise to deliver a clear diagnosis that builds patient confidence
• Enjoy being part of a team - sharing ideas, supporting colleagues, and working together
• Contribute to the commercial success of the store - focusing on performance, growth, and delivering an outstanding customer experience
• Bring confidence, passion, and genuine enthusiasm for making a difference to people's lives

Why Vision Express?

With 590+ stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we’re a leading optical retailer and an innovative med‑tech business. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, we’re investing in you - your skills, your ambitions, and your future.