Optometrist Bridgend

Want to be the reason why people should’ve gone to Specsavers? As an Optometrist here, you’ll be the go-to for eye examinations and contact lens services, helping us keep the nation seeing 20/20.  

You’ll work with the store team to deliver high-standard clinical care and customer service to meet both patient needs and business objectives. And of course, you’ll be a key part in creating a warm and friendly environment for our customers and our team. 

Our store 

Located just 20 miles west of Cardiff, and 20 miles east of Swansea, Specsavers in Bridgend are looking for an Optometrist to join their dynamic team. On the back of substantial and on-going growth, this is the perfect time to join. Be part of our continued success at one of the leading opticians in this fantastic area. 

Our team

We have a wonderful and experienced team in our store ready and waiting for you to meet! We are passionate about the clinical development of our team, and as our new Optometrist, we would love to support you with extra courses and specialisms that interest you. Whatever your ambitions, from WOPEC qualifications and independent prescribing to paediatric accreditations or enhanced optical services, we’ll do everything we can to help you be the best clinician you can be.  

What’s on offer?

As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include: 

• An annual salary of up to £65,000 DOE
• A performance-based bonus scheme 
• Full or part-time hours available
• Holiday allowance of 33 days per year
• Health and dental cover
• Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
• Support with CPD points 
• Access to the latest clinical technology such as OCT
• We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
• Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
• WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
• Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app 
• Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you and your family
• Enhanced family leave and company sick pay

Find out more

We do need you to have a few skills to get started in this role. Firstly, you’ll need to be registered as a member of the General Optical Council (keeping this up to date). You’ll also need to be confident and passionate about providing the best customer service and work well as part of a team. 

Got all of these? We can’t wait for you to apply!