Optometrist

Boots Opticians; Galashiels; On-site; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

GOC fee reimbursement

CPD days

Employee discounts

Holiday entitlement 33 days

Job summary

Boots Opticians is seeking a skilled Optometrist to lead high-quality clinics, perform advanced eye health assessments using cutting-edge testing equipment, and contribute to enhanced services within a customer-focused retail environment. You will collaborate with colleagues and external healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional care.

You will join a supportive team, participate in ongoing professional development, and play a key role in store leadership while advancing your clinical

Qualifications

• GOC registered (or expecting within 6 months).
• NHS performer number (or working towards it).
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Genuine interest in patient care and team collaboration.

Responsibilities

• Leading clinics and delivering outstanding patient care.
• Using the latest testing technology to assess eye health and provide expert advice.
• Providing enhanced services, from triage support to advanced assessments, depending on store needs.
• Offering clinical support to colleagues on the shop floor.
• Collaborating with external healthcare professionals.
• Keeping your clinical knowledge up to date and sharing it with others.
• Playing a key role in your store’s leadership team, bringing energy and insight to every shift.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organisation skills

Team collaboration

Patient care orientation

Education

GOC registration (or expected within 6 months)

NHS performer number (or working towards it)

Job description

What You’ll Be Doing

As an Optometrist at Boots, you’ll play a key role in delivering brilliant patient care – using the latest tech, working alongside experienced colleagues, and supporting your community with clinical excellence. Whether you're leading a clinic, responding to triage, or mentoring others, no two days are the same, and your growth never stops.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading clinics and delivering outstanding patient care
• Using the latest testing technology to assess eye health and provide expert advice
• Providing enhanced services, from triage support to advanced assessments, depending on store needs
• Offering clinical support to colleagues on the shop floor
• Collaborating with external healthcare professionals
• Keeping your clinical knowledge up to date and sharing it with others
• Playing a key role in your store’s leadership team, bringing energy and insight to every shift

What You’ll Need To Have (our Must-haves)

• We’re looking for Optometrists who are confident, compassionate, and always focused on doing the right thing for patients.
• GOC registered (or expecting to be within 6 months)
• NHS performer number (or working towards it)
• Excellent communication and organisation skills
• A genuine interest in patient care and team collaboration

It would be great if you also have

• Experience supporting enhanced services
• A strong understanding of local clinical networks

Where your brilliance can take you

At Boots Opticians, your clinical career can go in many directions – from delivering enhanced services and supporting pre‑reg development, to regional clinical leadership or professional training roles, or even owning your own Boots Opticians store through our Franchise Academy. Whatever path you choose, we’ll help you get there.

Rewards designed for you

• Competitive base salary
• Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 12% company contribution)
• Reimbursement of GOC and professional indemnity fees
• CPD days throughout the year
• Performance-based quarterly bonus
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
• Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
• 33 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Flexible benefits scheme – discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, and more
• 70% discount on glasses and exclusive Boots UK savings

If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.

This role requires the successful candidate to complete a pre-employment check after receiving an offer. Depending on your location, you will be asked to submit either a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) or an 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.

A Bit About Us

At Boots Opticians, we help everyone see what’s possible, from our customers to our colleagues. We’re a proud equal opportunity employer, and the diversity of our colleagues is so important to us, as we create a positive and inclusive workplace for everyone who steps through the door. With a supportive team and trusted brand behind you, join us, and be brilliant with Boots.