Optometrist - Royston Howes

Scrivens-Opticians-; Royston; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 65,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional fees covered

CPD training and e-learning access

Flexible working hours

Staff and family discounts

Job summary

Scrivens Opticians is seeking a GOC-registered optometrist for a part-time role in Royston, UK. You will conduct comprehensive eye examinations, provide tailored spectacle and contact lens advice, and collaborate with branch teams to ensure exceptional patient care.

The position offers flexible working patterns (Wednesday 9:00–18:30, Friday 9:00–17:30, alternate Saturdays 9:00–16:00) and opportunities for CPD and professional development within a supportive, family-run environment.

Qualifications

• GOC-registered Optometrist with current registration.
• Commitment to delivering outstanding patient care.
• Willingness to engage in CPD and professional development.

Responsibilities

• Conduct 25-minute eye examinations with thorough patient care.
• Diagnose and manage eye health conditions.
• Advise on spectacle and contact lens options tailored to individuals.
• Build relationships with customers and branch teams.
• Collaborate with branch team to drive service delivery and growth.
• Participate in local enhanced service schemes and pre-registration supervision when applicable.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge through CPD training.

Skills

Clinical eye examinations

Patient communication

CPD commitment

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 vacancy working Wednesday 9am to 6.30pm, Friday 9am to 5.30pm and alternate Saturdays 9am to 4pm.

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 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