Optometrist

Boots UK; High Halden; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Retirement savings plan

Reimbursement of professional fees

CPD days

Enhanced leave pay

Performance-based bonuses

Generous employee discounts

Job summary

A leading pharmacy and optician chain is seeking an Optometrist in High Halden, England. The successful candidate will lead clinics and deliver specialist care while utilizing advanced eye-testing technology. Key qualifications include being GOC registered or in the process of registration, alongside a strong dedication to patient care and communication. This role provides competitive pay and various benefits including enhanced leave and a generous employee discount scheme.

Qualifications

• GOC registered or will be within the next 6 months.
• Additional NHS body registration.
• Drive to deliver excellent patient care.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinics and provide specialist care.
• Test eyes using the latest technology.
• Deliver enhanced services based on store needs.
• Respond to emergency triages.

Skills

GOC registered

Excellent communication skills

Organisational skills

Patient care delivery

Job description

Optometrist – Boots UK (High Halden, England)

Boots UK High Halden, England, United Kingdom

Our Optometrists make a real difference by delivering an outstanding service to our communities. Here you will have access to emerging technologies, dedicated clinical support teams, and unique Boots Opticians training.

Your Main Responsibilities

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

What You’ll Need

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

Our Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Boots Retirement Savings Plan (company contribution 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 much more.
• 70% discount off glasses.
• We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you.

Why Boots Opticians

Boots Opticians provide a supportive and inclusive working environment where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential.

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing diversity and providing a positive inclusive environment.

Next Steps

If successful, a member of the recruitment team will be in touch to discuss timing. We are open to part‑time and job share options during the application process and can provide reasonable adjustments.

Pre‑employment checks will include a DBS or PVG or Access NI Check depending on location.

Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider applicants with criminal convictions on a case‑by‑case basis.