Optometrist - Royston Howes

Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care; Royston; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working opportunities

Competitive salary

Professional fees covered

Generous holiday entitlement

Exclusive staff discounts

Job summary

Scrivens Opticians & Hearing Care seeks qualified and GOC-registered Optometrists in Royston, England. The role focuses on delivering exceptional clinical care, conducting comprehensive eye exams, and maintaining strong relationships with patients. Flexible full-time and part-time opportunities are available, offering market-leading salaries and extensive professional development support. Candidates should be passionate about patient care, confident in their clinical skills, and enjoy working in a supportive, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Qualified and GOC-registered Optometrist.
• Passionate about delivering outstanding patient care.
• Confident in clinical skills and teamwork.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations with thorough patient care.
• Use clinical judgement to diagnose and manage eye health conditions.
• Provide expert advice on spectacle and contact lens options.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of optical products and developments.

Skills

Clinical judgement

Patient care

Relationship building

Optometry knowledge

Education

GOC registration

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.

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 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
• Generous holiday entitlement including 25 days plus bank holidays (pro-rata)
• Exclusive staff and family discounts on products
• Fully computerised systems to streamline your workflow25-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