Optometrist

Specsavers

Northampton

On-site

GBP 33,000 - 55,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

£55,000 salary (basic) depending on经验

33 days holiday

Birthday off

Pension contribution

Medical and dental

Free on-site parking

Sponsoring skilled worker visa

Investment in development and courses

Job summary

Specsavers Weston Favell in Northampton is seeking a qualified Optometrist to join our busy store. You will deliver high-quality eye care, develop clinically, and work within a supportive team focused on patient satisfaction.

The role offers a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities to pursue professional development and pathway programs, with on-site parking and flexible scheduling.

Qualifications

Qualified and GOC registered Optometrist.
Shares our store's ethos.
Wants to grow and develop.
Offers exceptional customer care.
Great clinical judgement.
Hands-on approach.
Keen to get involved.

Responsibilities

Deliver outstanding patient care and contribute to clinical services.
Develop clinically, pursuing advanced qualifications or pathways.
Work with a supportive, experienced team to achieve professional goals.

Skills

GOC registered

Customer care

Clinical judgement

Hands-on approach

Growth mindset

Job description

Optometrist

2026-09-26T03:16:24

Location: Northampton

County: Northamptonshire

Country: GB

Postcode: NN1 2

Type: Any

Application Deadline: 2026-10-24T16:43:23.3

Job Description

Are you an ambitious Optometrist looking for a role where you can continue to develop clinically, be genuinely valued, and work alongside a supportive and experienced team? At Specsavers Weston Favell, we're looking for an Optometrist to join our thriving store and play a key role in delivering outstanding patient care to our local community.

Conveniently located in Northampton, our store is a popular choice for Optometrists commuting from Leicester, Coventry and the surrounding areas, offering excellent accessibility alongside free on-site parking.

About our store:

Our well-established store hosts 5 test rooms, with 3 fully equipped for sight testing, and provides a range of enhanced optical services, giving you the opportunity to enjoy a varied and rewarding clinical role.

You’ll be joining a highly supportive team with a strong clinical focus and a genuine commitment to helping colleagues achieve their professional ambitions.

What's on Offer?

Basic salary up to £55,000 depending on experience
25 minute testing
Full-time - 40 hours per week - including 1 weekend day (Open to part time)
33 days holiday
Your Birthday off
Enhanced family leave
Pension contribution
Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
Support with CPD points
Professional fees paid
Medical and dental
Investment in further development and courses
Support with Pathway - the store has supported 5 colleagues through the programme with the 6th in the process
Free on-site parking
Open to sponsoring a skilled worker visa
Open to paying buy-out for those tied in

Clinical Development

Clinical development is at the heart of everything we do. Whether you're looking to pursue WOPEC qualifications, International Prescribing, paediatric accreditations, enhanced optical services or other specialist interests, we'll support you every step of the way.

Our commitment to development isn't just talk. The store has already supported five colleagues through the Specsavers Pathway Programme, with a sixth currently progressing through the scheme.

Whatever your career aspirations, we'll work with you to help you achieve them.

Our Values

We're locally owned by people who understand our communities, powered by leading-edge technology, and committed to making eye care accessible and affordable for everyone. When you join us, you're choosing more than a job - you're choosing a place where you can thrive.

What we're looking for?