Optometrist

VISION EXPRESS; Bury St Edmunds; On-site; GBP 71,000 - 87,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private medical cover

Pension scheme

Annual leave 33 days

38 days inc bank holidays

Performance bonus

Car allowance

Overtime pool shifts 80%

Share purchase plans

Life assurance

TG Pool shifts (locum rate 80%)

Dream benefits list

Job summary

Vision Express is looking for a qualified optometrist to join our Bury St Edmunds team. You will apply clinical expertise to deliver accurate diagnoses and build patient confidence, while collaborating with an established team across 3 test rooms.

We offer a competitive total reward package with a car allowance, generous annual leave, and performance-based bonuses. The role supports professional development within a leading optical retail and med-tech group.

Qualifications

• Qualified, GOC registered optometrist.
• Clinical expertise to deliver a clear diagnosis that builds patient confidence.
• Ability to work within a team, share ideas and support colleagues.
• Contribute to the store's commercial success through performance and growth.
• Bring enthusiasm and passion for making a difference in patients' lives.

Skills

GOC registered optometrist

Clinical diagnosis

Team collaboration

Commercial-focused

Customer impact

Job description

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 £79,000 (subject to your experience and location)

Car allowance: £4,000

Location:

Working hours: Full time: 38.75 Hours to include weekend working

Our Bury St Edmunds store has 3 test rooms, which are fully equipped. Set in a thriving market town, easily commutable from Cambridge, Norfolk, Colchester and Ipswich. This store has a well-established team, The directors have been with this store for 21 years, and have a strong team of OA's and DOs who support 3 optometrists.

What you'll get

At Vision Express, we've built rewards that give you more. Depending on the options you choose, your total reward package (for full-time roles) typically includes c.£11,000 in additional benefits on top of your basic salary and car allowance.*

• Potential to undertake additional Professional Certification, Including Medical Retina, Glaucoma Monitoring or IP.
• 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.
• View our full list of benefits

Flexible working? Let's talk

If this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether that's alternate days or a compressed week, we are open to discussing flexible options.

Who we're looking for

You’ll be a great fit for this role if you:

• 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.

* Please note: The total reward package of up to £11,000 in benefits is dependent on the options you select, your role, the store, and length of service. Not all benefits may be available to all colleagues, and the value of some benefits may vary. TG Pool shifts are paid at 80% of the locum rate for the first shift worked each week.