Optometrist

Scrivens Opticians; Tendring; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Competitive salary

CPD training

Professional fees covered

Staff and family discounts

30-minute tests

Local career development

Job summary

Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care in Harwich is seeking a qualified and GOC-registered Optometrist to join a customer‑centred team. You will perform comprehensive eye examinations in 30‑minute slots and provide tailored spectacle and contact lens advice.

We offer flexible full‑time or part‑time positions, a competitive salary, professional fees covered, extensive CPD training, staff and family discounts, and a supportive family‑run culture.

Qualifications

• Qualified and GOC-registered Optometrist with strong patient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations with 30-minute test slots.
• Use clinical judgement to diagnose and manage eye health conditions.
• Provide expert advice on spectacle and contact lens options.
• Build and maintain relationships with customers and branch teams.
• Collaborate with branch team to drive business growth and service quality.
• Participate in local enhanced service schemes and pre-registration supervision where applicable.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge through CPD training.

Job description

Optometrist – Full Time

Location: Harwich

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 we’re 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
• 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