Job Description
What you’ll be doing
As an Optometrist at Boots, you’ll play a key role in delivering brilliant patient care – using the latest tech, working alongside experienced colleagues, and supporting your community with clinical excellence. Whether you're leading a clinic, responding to triage, or mentoring others, no two days are the same, and your growth never stops.
Key responsibilities
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Leading clinics and delivering outstanding patient care
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Using the latest testing technology to assess eye health and provide expert advice
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Providing enhanced services, from triage support to advanced assessments, depending on store needs
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Offering clinical support to colleagues on the shop floor
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Collaborating with external healthcare professionals
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Keeping your clinical knowledge up to date and sharing it with others
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Playing a key role in your store’s leadership team, bringing energy and insight to every shift
What you’ll need to have (our must-haves)-
We’re looking for Optometrists who are confident, compassionate, and always focused on doing the right thing for patients.
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GOC registered (or expecting to be within 6 months)
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NHS performer number (or working towards it)
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Excellent communication and organisation skills
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A genuine interest in patient care and team collaboration
It would be great if you also have-
Experience supporting enhanced services
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A strong understanding of local clinical networks
Where your brilliance can take you
At Boots Opticians, your clinical career can go in many directions – from delivering enhanced services and supporting pre-reg development, to regional clinical leadership or professional training roles, or even owning your own Boots Opticians store through our Franchise Academy. Whatever path you choose, we’ll help you get there.
Rewards designed for you-
Competitive base salary
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Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 12% company contribution)
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Reimbursement of GOC and professional indemnity fees
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CPD days throughout the year
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Performance-based quarterly bonus
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Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
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Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
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33 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata)
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Flexible benefits scheme – discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, and more
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70% discount on glasses and exclusive Boots UK savings
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A bit about us
At Boots Opticians, we help everyone see what’s possible, from our customers to our colleagues. We’re a proud equal opportunity employer, and the diversity of our colleagues is so important to us, as we create a positive and inclusive workplace for everyone who steps through the door. With a supportive team and trusted brand behind you, join us, and be brilliant with Boots.
What’s next?
If you apply, our team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application or to arrange next steps. Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you be at your best.
This role requires the successful candidate to complete a pre-employment check after receiving an offer. Depending on your location, you will be asked to submit either a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable Groups) or an Access NI Check.
Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case-by-case basis.
We hope to hear from you soon.
Be brilliant with Boots.
Need To Know
Join Our Team at Boots!
Contract: Permanent
Hours: 37.5 hours per week.
Monday - Sunday
Location: Penrith
Recruitment Partner:
[email protected] or 07866 954438
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Optometrist to join our Boots Opticians practice in Penrith, with flexibility to consider both part-time and full-time hours (22.5–37.5 hours) on a permanent basis.
We welcome applications from newly qualified and experienced Optometrists, with opportunities to develop further skills and qualifications while working in practice.
The practice:
- Freestanding store with Hearing Care
- 1 testing room with a wide range of equipment including OCT and Phoropter
- 25-minute testing times
- Open Monday–Saturday (9–5), closed Sundays
The team:
You’ll be joining a close-knit team of 5, including a qualified Dispensing Optician, creating a supportive environment where patient care is the priority.
Working pattern:
- Testing days: Monday–Thursday & Saturday
- Saturdays required, no Sunday working
- Friday currently a non-testing day
About the area:
Penrith offers excellent connectivity, with direct links on the London–Glasgow train line (Penrith North Lakes station) and easy access to the M6. The area combines a strong community feel with access to the stunning Lake District, making it ideal for a great work/life balance.
Additional benefits:
This is a fantastic opportunity to join a supportive, community-focused practice with real opportunities for career development, including higher qualifications and potential future franchise opportunities.
Get in touch to find out more or apply.
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