Group Lead Optometrist - Louth and Skegness

Position: Group Lead Optometrist
Location: Louth and Skegness
Salary: Up to £70,000 Depending on experience and £5,000 joining bonus paid after successful completion of probation (terms apply) 
Working hours: Full-time 
Experience level: You must be a GOC registered Optometrist with a minimum of 5 years post qualification experience

Specsavers in Louth and Skegness are looking for a forward-thinking Group Lead Optometrist. An incredible opportunity awaits: the salary, the location, the lifestyle and an excellent store – the only thing missing is you. With an outstanding Salary of up to £70,000 including a lucrative bonus scheme and much more – joining Specsavers in these two fantastic locations as our next Optometrist truly is a fabulous opportunity. 
 

About us:

Louth is a quaint market town at the foot of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Our Specsavers is conveniently located in the town centre and is easily accessible by car and public transport.
Our Skegness branch is within a beautiful seaside location on the Lincolnshire Coast and is a few minutes’ walk from the beach. offers fantastic transport links to Lincoln and Nottingham. Our clinics are fully kitted with Phoropters and OCT.

What’s on Offer:

• Salary up to £70,000 (depending on experience)
• £5,000 joining bonus paid after successful completion of probation (terms apply) 
• A strong performance-based bonus scheme
• 12-month contract available or permanent contract!
• Holiday allowance of 33 days
• Access to cutting-edge clinical technology such as OCT
• Support with CPD and have the accountability of the organisation of CPD events for both locations
• Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
• Be able to conduct clinical audits across both stores
• Accountability for Optometrist rotas and 1-2-1 meetings

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience post-qualification
• Willingness to supervise pre-reg Optometrists
• Hold a full driving license
• Experience in organising and facilitating clinical training events

 We are passionate about the clinical development of our team, and as our new Optometrist, we would 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.  
 

Our Optometrists are an integral part of our store management team, so we’re keen to get you up to speed outside the test room too. With ILM courses, Pre-Reg supervision and the Specsavers Partnership scheme (Pathway) all available to explore. Along with your clinical expertise – this will stand you in good stead if you choose to become a store director yourself one day.
  
Platinum employer
Our store is an accredited Platinum Employer – this means you can expect an exceptional employee experience every single day you work here. The Platinum Employer Scheme is part of the Specsavers drive to become a famous place to work. Stores with this accreditation have been verified on five key employer standards: Recruitment, Performance Management and Reward, Talent Management, Learning and Development and Employee Engagement.
  
What we’re looking for
You will possess the drive, passion and the willingness to build upon our customer-focused culture. As part of our team, you’ll need to be able to provide a unique blend of customer care and professional excellence. You’ll need to demonstrate good attention to detail along with a passion for the community. Teamwork also forms a big part of our culture, so the ability to work well with others is essential.
 

Find out more

For more information or to apply, please contact Jasmin Robson at Specsavers Recruitment Service on 07507872676  or jasmin.robson@specsavers.com.