Optometrist

Are you an ambitious optometrist looking to keep your career moving as part of our well-established team? You’ve come to the right place.  

Whether you’re newly qualified or have years of experience, if you’re passionate and committed to eyecare and ready to bring your best every day, you could be perfect for this role. With clinical and professional development as well as innovative equipment at your disposal, among a team of other experienced Opticians and Technicians, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss. 

Our store   

Based in Eastleigh on the outskirts of Southampton, our store has 7 test rooms and parking available nearby.  Following a refurbishment in October 2023, the test rooms are all fully equipped with the latest clinical equipment and technology including OCT, Nidek screens and Phoropters. We deliver local CUEs, cataract and glaucoma services as well as hearcare services.   

What we’re looking for? 

This role is open to both newly qualified and experienced Optometrists who are registered with the GOC. If you are a team player and someone who can adapt well in a busy store, we would like to hear from you! We are passionate about the clinical and professional development of our team and as our new Optometrist, we will support you every step of the way. We are happy to discuss opportunities to progress to Lead Optometrist and through the Specsavers Partnership Scheme (Pathway) as well as extra courses and specialisims that interest you. 

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 £70,000 depending on experience
• £10,000 joining bonus
• Up to £8,000 relocation allowance (terms apply)
• Full or part time hours considered with weekend flexibility
• 29 days annual leave, increasing with length of service
• Professional fees paid for
• No late nights
• Well-established and successful store within local community
• Opportunity for pre-registration supervision
• 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
• Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you!
• Enhanced family leave and company sick pay 

Find out more 

For more information or to apply, please contact Katie Francome at Specsavers Recruitment Services on 07526511146 or email katie.francome@specsavers.com