Optometry Partner

Specsavers are looking for a dedicated and passionate optometrist to become their next store partner across two stores. If you are looking for an investment for your future and more financial security, an incredible opportunity awaits.  If you’d like to find out more about this incredible opportunity at Specsavers, then read on.

What’s on Offer?

• 25% shareholding in each store
• Asking price for shares £275,000
• Be your own boss, while still receiving an excellent salary
• Share in business profits (dividends) 
• Grow a business as an investment for your future
• Flexibility – a great work/life balance
• Highly profitable business
• Build and shape your own team
• Make a difference to your local community
• Access to the best possible clinical technology, including OCT
• Outstanding opportunities for clinical and personal development
• Ongoing support from existing partners and our leading global brand 

About the stores

Both stores are located in prime positions in the centre of town and have recently undergone project boosts which have updated and modernised the stores. With a vibrant and energetic store culture, Workington has 35 loyal staff including 5 optoms, 3 pre-regs, a CLO and DO. Whitehaven has 27 dedicated staff including 3 optoms, 2 pre-regs, a CLO and DO.

Workington has 5 optical test rooms, Whitehaven 4, all kitted out with the latest clinical technology including OCT.  Both stores have glazing onsite and an additional hearcare room providing audiology services for their Hub store. They also offer enhanced clinical services such as CUES, glaucoma refinement and post cataract appointments.

Store locations

The stores are both coastal towns, situated less than 9 miles from each other, a short distance from the Lake District National Park. The town train stations are within walking distance from the store and Workington has a staff car park behind the store.

Requirements of the role

Alongside being a qualified and GOC registered Optometrist, you’ll need to share the store’s ethos. They’re looking for someone who wants to grow and develop the team, offer exceptional customer care and improve patient outcomes. You’ll be a practitioner who prides themselves on their clinical judgment, isn’t afraid of a hands-on approach, and someone who is keen to get involved and build a rapport with their team. In summary, you’ll be a highly skilled Optometry professional willing and able to help drive the practice forward.

About Joint Venture Partnership

Joint venture partnership is the secret to our success here at Specsavers, with every store locally owned and led by its directors. Owning, leading and growing your very own business is considered by many to be the pinnacle of your career as an optometrist. We believe that professional teams should be led by opticians just like you – this is your chance to become the leader you were born to be.

Find out more

If you’d like to find out more about this fantastic opportunity, then get in touch, we’d love to tell you more about it. Contact Samantha Firth at Samantha.firth@specsavers.com to hear more.