Optometrist

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

We are delighted to share a rare and exciting opportunity; Specsavers in Douglas, on the Isle of Man, are looking for Optometrist to join them. The focus at this store, is about pulling together and working as a team to ensure that our valued patients have an excellent experience. Become our new Optometrist at Specsavers in Douglas – a highly successful store with a great reputation for staff progression and staff retention. We are the only store on the Isle of Man able to provide low-vision clinics and Minor Eye Conditions Clinics (MECS). We want every person that visits our store to enjoy a meaningful and professional experience. If you're relocating to the Island, we can support you through the work permit application process. The store has recently had a re-fit, meaning you will be working in a modern environment, with state of the art of the equipment. The island is serviced from the following UK airports: Belfast City, London Gatwick, Birmingham, Liverpool, Manchester and Edinburgh.  A reliable ferry service operates from Heysham, Liverpool, Belfast, Dublin, Birkenhead and Larne.

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:   

• Up to £90,000 per annum depending on experience 
• Full time or part time opportunities 
• Holiday allowance of 33 days per year 
• Flexible weekend working 
• Private health and dental cover
• Professional fees paid
• Support with CET
• Free parking
• Pay a lower rate of tax in the Isle of Man! 

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! To find out more contact Tom Shrewsbury: thomas.shrewsbury@specsavers.com / 07860666213