Optometrist - Swadlincote

Specsavers Norge; Swadlincote; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free local parking

28 days annual leave incl Bank Holiday

Pension contribution

Specsavers Perks

WeCare – employee support

Eyecare and hearcare discounts

Job summary

Specsavers Norge in Swadlincote is seeking an Optometrist to join a busy store with 5 test rooms and multiple daily clinics. The role welcomes newly qualified or experienced optometrists focused on high-quality patient care and professional development.

The position offers substantial support, modern equipment, and a friendly team, with a salary between £40,000 and £55,000 FTE depending on experience. Full-time or part-time (min 3 days, including weekend) available.

Qualifications

• Qualified and GOC registered Optometrist.
• Passionate about delivering outstanding patient care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• A positive team player.
• Keen to continue developing clinically and professionally.
• Someone who goes the extra mile for patients and colleagues.

Skills

Communication skills

Team player

Clinical development

GOC registered

Education

GOC registration

Job description

Optometrist

Are you an ambitious Optometrist looking to keep your career moving as part of our friendly and well-established team? You've come to the right place. Whether you're newly qualified or have years of experience, if you're passionate about delivering exceptional patient care and ready to bring your best every day, you could be the perfect fit for this role. With excellent clinical and professional development opportunities, modern equipment, and a supportive team around you, this is an opportunity you won't want to miss.

Our store

Based in the heart of Swadlincote, our store is ideally located with free local parking and great transport links. Swadlincote is a thriving South Derbyshire market town, offering a great mix of local amenities, green spaces, and easy access to Derby, Burton upon Trent and Leicester, making it a fantastic place to work. Our busy store is home to 5 test rooms, running 2 clinics each day with 20-minute testing times, allowing you to provide excellent patient care in a well-supported clinical environment.

Our team

We have a welcoming and experienced team who are passionate about delivering outstanding customer care and supporting one another. Whether you're just starting your career or looking for your next challenge, you'll be joining a team that values collaboration, development and making a real difference to our patients.

What's on offer?

As well as all the support you need and fantastic training and development opportunities, we have a great range of benefits for you to enjoy, including:

• Open to both Newly Qualified and experienced Optometrists
• Salary between £40,000 and £55,000 FTE, depending on experience
• Full-time or part-time considered (min 3 days and must inc a weekend day)
• 5 test rooms with 2 clinics running daily
• 28 days' annual leave (including Bank Holidays), plus your birthday off
• Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
• Pension contribution
• Specsavers Perks – access to a wide range of everyday discounts and savings
• WeCare – our employee support service for you and your immediate family
• Eyecare and hearcare discounts
• Free local parking

What we're looking for

• Qualified and GOC registered Optometrist
• Passionate about delivering outstanding patient care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A positive team player
• Keen to continue developing clinically and professionally
• Someone who goes the extra mile for both patients and colleagues

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