Optometrist

Vision Express; Newbury; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days annual leave

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Pension

Job summary

Vision Express is recruiting an optometrist for our Newbury store. You will join a supportive team, using OCT and fundus cameras to deliver high-quality eye care and patient experience.

The role offers a salary up to £61,000 depending on experience, with full-time hours and options for part-time (minimum 3 days). Comprehensive benefits include annual leave, private medical cover, and a strong pension plan.

Qualifications

• Must be a GOC registered optometrist.
• Ability to diagnose clearly and communicate with patients.
• Comfortable working as part of a store team to deliver great customer experience.

Skills

Team player

Clinical accuracy

Education

GOC registered optometrist

Tools

OCT

Fundus cameras

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 £61,000 (subject to your experience and location)

Location:Newbury RG14 1AA

Working hours: Full time (open to part time as well, minimum 3 days)

Our Newbury store has 3 test rooms and an accessible test room, which are fully equipped with OCT, auto phoropter and fundas cameras. Set on the high street, this store has a well‑established team who support Optometrists to thrive.

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.*

• 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.

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.