Optometrist Experienced

Boots Opticians; Weston-super-Mare; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare service provider is looking for an Optometrist in Weston-super-Mare. This role includes delivering exceptional patient care, leading clinics, and working with the latest technology. The ideal candidate will be GOC registered and possess strong communication and organizational skills. Benefits include a competitive salary, employee discounts, and generous holiday allowances.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

GOC and professional indemnity fee reimbursement

CPD days

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Performance-based quarterly bonus

Generous employee discounts

33 days holiday (pro-rata)

Flexible benefits scheme

Qualifications

• Registered with GOC or expecting to register within 6 months.
• Additional registration with relevant NHS body.
• Motivation to improve patient care.

Responsibilities

• Leading clinics, providing specialist care and advice.
• Testing eyes using latest technology.
• Delivering enhanced services based on store needs.
• Responding to emergency triages.
• Working with external healthcare professionals.
• Providing clinical support to team members.
• Advising patients based on clinical knowledge.
• Keeping up to date with latest clinical practices.

Skills

GOC registered

Excellent communication skills

Excellent organisation skills

Drive to deliver excellent patient care

Job description

Overview

Our Optometrists make a real difference by delivering an outstanding service to our communities. To enable you to be at your best in your role, you’ll have access to emerging technologies, dedicated clinical support teams, and Boots Opticians training, regardless of your level of experience. There is always something new to learn, experiences to gain and ways to grow with Boots Opticians.

About the opportunity

You will be a key part of a team that is passionate about delivering unforgettable customer care, with the support, resources, and progression opportunities that come with the biggest brand in healthcare.

Your main responsibilities will include:

• Leading clinics and providing specialist care and advice to all patients
• Testing eyes using the latest technology whilst maintaining outstanding patient care
• Delivering enhanced services depending on the store needs
• Responding to emergency triages
• Working with external healthcare professionals
• Providing clinical support to team members on the shop floor
• Providing advice to patients using your clinical knowledge
• Keeping up to date with latest clinical practices
• Working closely with senior stakeholders

What you’ll need to have

The essential skills or experience needed to succeed in this role:

• GOC registered (or expecting to be in the next 6 months)
• Additional registration with the relevant NHS body
• Drive to deliver excellent patient care
• Excellent communication and organisation skills
• The motivation to ‘See What’s Possible’ for our teams, customers, and patients

Our benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Boots Retirement Savings Plan (company contribution of up to 12%)
• Reimbursement of GOC and professional indemnity fees
• CPD days across the year, keeping you up to date
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
• Performance based quarterly bonus
• Generous employee discounts for yourself and another family member
• 33 days holidays including bank holidays (pro‑rata)
• Flexible benefits scheme including discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying and more
• 70% discount off glasses
• Additional benefits and information available at boots.jobs/rewards (salary estimates on third‑party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots)

Why Boots Opticians?

Boots Opticians provides a supportive and inclusive working environment where everyone can be themselves and reach their full potential. We are an equal opportunity employer, embracing diversity and providing a positive and inclusive environment for all. Join our team and see what’s possible when we change for the better.

What’s next?

If successful on application, a member of the recruitment team will contact you to discuss your application. We are open to part-time and job share options during the application process where the role is advertised as full-time. If you require additional support during the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.

You will complete a pre-employment check after receiving an offer. Depending on location, you may be asked to submit a DBS, PVG or an Access NI check. Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case‑by‑case basis.

Need To Know

We are looking for a fantastic Optometrist to join our experienced team at Boots Opticians, Weston-Super-Mare, open to both part‑time and full‑time. We are a freestanding practice with 3 testing rooms equipped with Phoropters and OCT. Our team includes 1 Resident Optometrist, 2 Dispensing Opticians and a Contact Lens Optician. For more information, please contact Kaushika Bassett-Shand at [e-mail] or 07815433668.

Business Area

Opticians

Function

Optometrist

Hours per week

Various Hours Available

Location

Weston-Super-Mare, UK