Newly Qualified Optometrist - Fox Valley, Stocksbridge

Position: Newly Qualified Optometrist
Location: Fox Valley, Stocksbridge
Salary: Starting salary £45k (depending on test times and accreditations)  
Working hours: Full Time or Part Time
Experience level: You must be a GOC registered Optometrist

Specsavers in Fox Valley are looking for a forward thinking Newly Qualified Optometrist. We’re a community-focused store dedicated to ensuring that every one of our customers receives an excellent patient 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. Join us at Specsavers in Fox Valley where we deliver the very best in customer care.

What’s on Offer?

• Starting salary from £45,000 per annum (Depending on test times and accreditations)
• A performance-based bonus (averaging between £200-£300 per month)
• Holiday allowance of 33 days per year
• Your Birthday Off
• Full or part time hours considered
• Free parking close to store
• Pension contribution
• Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
• Support with CPD points
• Access to the latest clinical technology such as OCT
• Professional Fees Paid – GOC fee, if supervise pre reg College of Optometrist fee
• Enhanced Family Leave 
• Medical & Dental Plan
• Staff Perks
• Employee & F&F discount for eyecare and hearcare
• WeCare HeadSpace etc
   

We are passionate about the clinical & professional development of our team, and as our new Optometrist, we want to support you every step of the way. Through open conversations and regular 1-2-1’s, we will work together to tailor-make a career that suits you. There are so many areas to explore; from WOPEC qualifications and independent prescribing to paediatric accreditations or enhanced optical services, ILM courses, Pre-Reg supervision and the Specsavers Partnership scheme (Pathway). Along with your clinical expertise – this will stand you in good stead if you choose to become a store director yourself one day. Whatever your ambitions, we’ll do everything we can to help you be the best you can be.

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’ll need to be a qualified and GOC registered Optometrist with 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

If you like the sound of this opportunity, get in touch, we’d love to tell you more about it. Contact George Coleing on 01566 770 223 or email george.coleing@specsavers.com.