Optometrist - Royston

SCRIVENS LTD; Watford; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

CPD and training

Professional fees covered

25 days holiday pro-rata

Staff discounts

Modern computerised systems

Job summary

Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care in Watford is seeking a GOC-registered Optometrist for a part-time role, working Monday, Friday and alternate Saturdays. You will perform comprehensive eye examinations in 25-minute test slots and provide tailored spectacle and contact lens advice.

You will join a customer-focused team, participate in CPD, and support branch growth while delivering exceptional service to the local community.

Qualifications

• Qualified and GOC-registered Optometrist with patient‑focused approach.
• Confident in diagnosing and managing a range of eye health conditions.
• Committed to ongoing CPD and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 25-minute eye examinations with thorough patient care.
• Diagnose and manage a range of eye health conditions using clinical judgement.
• Advise on spectacle and contact lens options tailored to patient needs.

Skills

Clinical decision making

Patient care

Customer relations

Team collaboration

Education

GOC registered Optometrist

Job description

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. This is a part time role working Monday, Friday and alternate Saturdays.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations with thorough patient care during 25-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 were 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

• 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

• Generous holiday entitlement including 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata)

• Exclusive staff and family discounts on products

• Fully computerised systems to streamline your workflow

• 25-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