Optometrist

SCRIVENS LTD; Maidstone; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive salary

Professional fees covered

CPD training

25 days holiday + bank holidays (pro‑r

Staff discounts

Career development

Pre-registration supervision

Job summary

SCRIVENS LTD is seeking qualified and GOC-registered Optometrists to join our Maidstone branch, delivering exceptional patient care and building strong relationships with customers and staff.

Join a family-run company offering flexible full-time and part-time roles, professional fees covered, CPD training, and generous holidays. You will conduct comprehensive eye examinations, advise on spectacles and contact lenses, and contribute to local service schemes while developing your career.

Qualifications

• GOC-registered optometrist with a commitment to patient care.
• Confident in clinical decision-making and up-to-date with optical developments.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations with thorough patient care during 30-minute test slots.
• Use clinical judgement to diagnose and manage eye health conditions.
• Provide expert advice on spectacle and contact lens options tailored to individual needs.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers and colleagues.
• Collaborate with branch teams to support business growth and service delivery.
• Participate in local enhanced service schemes and, where applicable, pre-registration supervision.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge through CPD training.

Skills

GOC registered

Clinical excellence

Patient care

Job description

About the role
We are seeking qualified and GOC-registered Optometrists who share our commitment to putting the customer at the centre of everything we do. At Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care, you will provide excellent clinical care while building strong relationships with both customers and branch teams. Whether you are newly qualified or experienced, you will play a vital role in driving your branch forward and ensuring exceptional service within your community.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations with thorough patient care during 30-minute test slots.
• Use your clinical judgement to diagnose and manage a range of eye health conditions
• Provide expert advice on spectacle and contact lens options tailored to individual needs
• Build and maintain strong relationships with customers, ensuring a positive experience at every visit
• Collaborate closely with your branch team to contribute to business growth and excellent service delivery
• Participate in local enhanced service schemes and contribute to pre-registration supervision when applicable
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of optical products and industry developments through ongoing CPD training

What were looking for
We want Optometrists who are passionate about delivering outstanding patient care and committed to professional growth. You should be confident in your clinical skills and enjoy working as part of a friendly, supportive team. Whether you are newly qualified or experienced, you will value hands-on clinical practice and be motivated to build lasting relationships with customers and colleagues alike.

What we offer

• Flexible full-time and part-time working opportunities tailored to your needs
• Competitive, market-leading salary based on your skills and experience
• Support and development for newly qualified Optometrists to grow their careers
• Professional fees covered for peace of mind
• Comprehensive CPD training and access to our extensive e-learning system
• Generous holiday entitlement including 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Exclusive staff and family discounts on products
• Fully computerised systems to streamline your workflow
• 30-minute test times ensuring quality and thorough patient care
• Access to cutting-edge optical products and regular product range updates
• Opportunities to participate in local enhanced schemes and pre-registration supervision
• A supportive, family-run company culture that values people and professionalism

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