Optometrist

Vision Express; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 65,700 - 80,300; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

33 days’ annual leave

Sales and performance-based bonus

Private medical cover

Life assurance

Overtime opportunities

Share options

Pension scheme

Job summary

A leading optical retailer in the UK is seeking a qualified optometrist to join their team in North Shields, Newcastle. This full-time position offers a competitive salary up to £73,000 depending on experience, alongside a substantial benefits package including annual leave, bonuses, and medical cover. The ideal candidate is GOC-registered with a passion for providing excellent patient care and teamwork. Flexible working options are available.

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified optometrist with GOC registration.
• Ability to deliver clear diagnoses and build patient confidence.
• Passion for enhancing patients' lives.

Responsibilities

• Provide optometric care and services to patients.
• Contribute to commercial success and customer experience.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues.

Skills

Qualified, GOC-registered optometrist

Team player

Deliver clear diagnoses

Commercial success focus

Confidence and passion for patient care

Job description

Role Overview

At Vision Express we provide optometrists with the equipment, time and support needed to step out with confidence. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, your career is supported with stability, development opportunities and a clear growth path.

Job Details

Salary: Up to £73,000 (subject to experience and location)

Location: North Shields, Newcastle

Working Hours: Full‑time – Tuesday to Saturday

Benefits

• 33 days’ annual leave – grows with you, rising to 38 days including bank holidays
• Sales and performance‑based bonus – up to £5,040 on‑target with potential for higher rewards when the store exceeds expectations
• Private medical cover – for you and your family
• Life assurance – worth four times your salary
• Overtime opportunities – TG Pool shifts paid at 80% of the locum rate
• Share options – purchase shares in EssilorLuxottica with additional free shares gifted by us
• Pension – a competitive scheme to build a secure future

Flexible Working

If this sounds like the role for you, we’re open to discussing flexible options such as alternate days or a compressed week.

Who We’re Looking For

• Qualified, GOC‑registered optometrist
• Deliver clear diagnoses that build patient confidence
• Team player – sharing ideas, supporting colleagues and working together
• Contribute to commercial success – focusing on performance, growth and outstanding customer experience
• Bring confidence, passion and genuine enthusiasm for making a difference in 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.

* The total reward package of up to £11,000 in benefits is dependent on your role, the store and length of service. Not all benefits are available to all colleagues and the value of some benefits may vary. TG Pool shifts are paid at 80% of the locum rate for the first shift worked each week. For full details, please get in touch with our recruitment team at [e-mail]