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 

Specsavers in Fort Kinnaird are a community-focused practice dedicated to ensuring that every one of our patients receives an excellent experience. We’re seeking an Optometrist ready to use their passion and knowledge to help us build on our ever-growing and loyal customer base. With a commitment to clinical excellence and a focus on work-life balance, this is the perfect opportunity to take your clinical skills to the next level. With the store boasting six testing rooms, all with state-of-the-art equipment, we have everything in place for you to be the best clinician that you can be.

Our team

We pride ourselves on the patient experience we provide through clinical excellence. We take Optics very seriously, but we also understand the value of fun and work-life balance. If you want to work in a fun and supportive environment that will bring out the very best in your clinical skills, but also allow you to enjoy your daily routine, contact us today and find out more. You’ll also have access to the very best clinical technology and will receive unrivalled professional development.

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 £60,000 depending on experience 
• Full or part-time working patterns available
• Can accommodate full-time hours across 4 days for better work-life balance
• Flexible weekend working
• 30 days holiday including bank holidays
• Private medical and dental
• Professional fees paid
• Free parking
• 30 minute testing
• Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities - we will support with the cost for Prof Certs in IP, Glaucoma and Medical Retina
• Support with Specsavers Partnership scheme if you would like to be a store director yourself one day
• A supportive and sociable team – there to support you to be the best clinician you can be
• Annual subscription to the "Headspace" app
• Access to the latest clinical technology such as OCT

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 Alicia Downing-Keat: alicia.downingkeat@specsavers.com / 07707850953