Optometrist

Specsavers; Rushden; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

GOC fees paid

33 days holiday

Specsavers Perks

WeCare support

Headspace subscription

Eyecare discounts

Hearcare discounts

Free parking

Tier 2 sponsorship

Job summary

Specsavers in Rushden is seeking an ambitious optometrist to join a busy store with 7 test rooms and a team of five other optometrists and DOs. The role offers strong training, professional development, and a comprehensive benefits package, including an employer-supported pension and employee discounts.

Newly qualified or experienced optometrists are encouraged to apply; weekend work may be required and full-time or part-time arrangements are considered. Relocation not stated.

Qualifications

• GOC registered optometrist with current licence.
• Eligible to work in the UK and in good standing with GOC.
• Excellent patient care and communication skills.

Skills

Confident

Strong work ethic

Willing to succeed

Encourages colleagues

Goes the extra mile

Education

GOC registered Optometrist

Tools

FARS

Job description

Are you an ambitious optometrist looking to keep your career moving as part of our well-established team? You’ve come to the right place.

Whether you’re newly qualified or have years of experience, if you’re passionate and committed to eyecare and ready to bring your best every day, you could be perfect for this role. With clinical and professional development as well as innovative equipment at your disposal, among a team of other experienced Opticians and Technicians, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss.

Our store

Based in Rushden, a lively market town in Northamptonshire, known for its friendly community and range of local shops and amenities. It is surrounded by attractive countryside and is well connected to nearby towns and cities.

This store has 7 test rooms and you would be working alongside 5 other optometrists, 5 DOs and 1 CLO.

Our team

We have a wonderful team of dedicated people in our store ready and waiting for you to meet.

What’s on offer?

As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:

• Ideally seeking a 1+ years qualified Optometrist but open to a newly qualified Optometrist
• Salary - £42,000 - £60,000 DOE + Bonus
• Full-time or part-time considered must include a weekend day
• 20/25 min testing with FARS
• GOC fees paid
• 33 days holiday
• Fantastic training and development opportunities
• We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
• Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
• WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
• Complimentary subscription tothe Headspace app
• Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you
• Free local parking
• Tier 2 sponsors

What we’re looking for?

• Qualified and GOC registered Optometrist
• Confident
• Strong work ethic
• Willing to succeed
• Encourages colleagues
• Goes the extra mile