Jobs at Boots in United Kingdom

Boots Opticians is seeking an experienced Dispensing Optician to join our flagship store in Derby. You will provide high level customer care and expert advice, working with a dedicated team and reporting to the Store Manager.

As a qualified Dispensing Optician, you will be providing a high level of customer care and expert advice to make a real difference to our customers and keep them coming back. You will work in one of our stores, reporting to the Store Manager.

• Providing clinical support in store for regulated dispensing
• Inspiring your Optical team by sharing your knowledge to offer the very best service
• Listening to the needs of customers and offering expertise and advice
• Helping our customers to choose the correct eyewear and ensuring the best product suited to their needs
• Supporting the team to deliver an efficient model day and operational processes to ensure that the business trades legally
• Providing expert knowledge for patients with more specialist requirements

• Registered with the General Optical Council (GOC)
• Passion for your own learning and development, completing all CPD training as part of the GOC requirement

• Ability to embrace new technology

• Boots Retirement Savings Plan
• Discretionary annual bonus
• Generous employee discounts
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay and gift card for anyone expecting or adopting a child
• Flexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and more
• Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme

At Boots Opticians, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. Join our team and let’s see what’s possible when we change for the better.

After submitting your application online, it will be reviewed by our team, and we will contact you as soon as we can. If successful, we will contact you to arrange an interview with the hiring manager.

Where a role is advertised as full‑time, we are open to discussing part‑time and job share options during the application process. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best.

This role requires the successful candidate to complete a pre‑employment check after receiving an offer. Depending on your location you will be asked to submit either a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable groups) 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.

We’re Hiring – Optometrist (22.5 hours, 3 days) – Derby | New Flagship Store Opening January 2026. We’re excited to be recruiting an Optometrist to join our brand‑new Boots Opticians flagship store in Derby, opening January 2026. This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of a fresh, modern environment from day one.

What makes this role stand out:

• 22.5 hours over 3 days, including one weekend day
• Brand‑new flagship store with 5 testing rooms
• Large, supportive team of 28 colleagues
• 5 phoropters and modern clinical setup
• Busy city‑centre location with strong footfall
• Staff parking available (£3 per day)

About Derby: Derby is a vibrant city with a great mix of history, green spaces, and modern living. With excellent transport links, easy access to the Peak District and a growing city centre, it’s an ideal location for both career development and work‑life balance.

If you’re a newly qualified or experienced Optometrist looking to be part of an exciting new opening in a high‑profile store, we’d love to hear from you.

Contact Elizabeth Shurmer – elizabeth.shurmer@boots.co.uk