Optometrist

Specsavers; St. Austell; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Optometrist in St Austell, where you’ll provide top-notch eyecare in a supportive and community-oriented environment. With access to the latest clinical technology and a commitment to professional development, this role offers a fantastic opportunity to grow your skills while enjoying a balanced work-life. You’ll be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and fosters a fun, welcoming atmosphere. With competitive pay and a range of perks, this position is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the eyecare industry.

Benefits

33 days annual leave

Birthday off

Optometrist Team bonus

Pension contribution

Professional fees paid

Discounted benefits scheme

Annual subscription to Headspace

Confidential employee helpline

Outstanding clinical development opportunities

Regular team events

Qualifications

• Qualified and GOC registered Optometrist.
• Passionate about providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional eyecare to customers.
• Work collaboratively within a community-focused team.

Skills

GOC registration

Customer service

Teamwork

Education

Optometry degree

Job description

Specsavers. A household name and a highstreet staple. And you could be part of the team.

We’re looking for a hard-working, passionate Optometrist ready to provide our customers with the best eyecare in the business. At Specsavers St Austell, you’ll join a community focused team full of people from all walks of life and all levels of experience. So, as long as you’re a qualified and GOC registered Optometrist, whoever you are, you can make a difference here.

Our Store

Based in St Austell, our store boasts 4 test tooms with all the latest equipment, utilised by our 25 members of the team.

The Area

St Austell is the perfect base for exploring all that Cornwall has to offer. Home to renowned attractions such as the Eden Project and The Lost Gardens of Heligan, you’ll never have to look too far for something to do. With some of the counties finest beaches, including Carlyon Bay, Par Sands and Petewan Sands, and the pretty harbour towns of Fowey and Mevagissey, within short driving distance, St Austell really is the place to be in time for Summer!

St Austell is only 15 a minute drive from Truro, 1 hour from Plymouth and is on the mainline to London Paddington. Newquay airport is only 30 minutes down the road, with direct flights to London, Manchester, Leeds Bradford, Scotland and Ireland.

Our store is an accredited Platinum Employer – this means you can expect an exceptional employee experience every single day you work here. The Platinum Employer Scheme is part of the Specsavers drive to become a famous place to work. Stores with this accreditation have been verified on five key employer standards: Recruitment, Performance Management and Reward, Talent Management, Learning and Development and Employee Engagement.

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:

• Up to £60,000 per annum (experience depending)

• Optometrist Team bonus

• Excellent annual leave of 33 days, plus your birthday off

• Full time or part time hours

• 25 minute testing

• Pension contribution

• Professional fees paid

• Specsavers Perks – our discounted benefits scheme

• Annual subscription to the “Headspace” app

• WeCare – UK confidential employee helpline

• Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities

• Support with IP, other higher accreditations and Pathway

• Access to latest clinical technology and equipment

• Support with CPD points

• Regular team events and team building evenings
• Fun and welcoming team

Find out more

We do need you to have a few skills to get started in this role.Firstly, you’ll need to be registered as a member of the General Optical Council (keeping this up to date). You’ll also need to be confident and passionate about providing the best customer service and work well as part of a team.

Got all of these?We can’t wait for you to apply!

For more information or to apply, please contact Katie Francome at Specsavers Recruitment Services on 07526511146 or [e-mail]

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