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.
People choose us - for care and careers. Because feeling supported and valued makes a difference. We were proud to be ranked 16th best place to work in the world in 2024 by Great Place to Work®, a reflection of the supportive, people-first culture we’ve built.
We’re locally owned by people who understand our communities, powered by leading-edge technology, and committed to making eye care accessible and affordable for everyone. When you join us, you’re choosing more than a job - you’re choosing a place where you can thrive.
The location:
Our store is set in the pedestrian square of the town centre. Bathed in sunshine, surrounded by shops, cafes and wine bars. A stone's through from the picturesque marinas, with a beach and outdoor bathing pools less than a 10 minute walk from the store, allowing for before/lunch/after work swims or indulgence. In keeping with the island ethos, we close Sundays and Bank holidays - island life is centred around balance of work and family time, which resonates through most industries here.
Our store
We have an amazing store with 6 testing rooms, with the latest clinical equipment the group offers (OCTs / Ultra Wife Field cameras etc) and a team focused on personal development and career growth.
Our team
We have an amazing team of 27 we have 5 optoms, 2 DOs, all dispensing colleagues are also trained to at least Cert 3 (4x Cert 4)
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 £60k - £70k package pro rata based on experience
- Part Time to include a Saturday
- Fantastic benefits and development package
- Holiday allowance of 33 days per year, which can be negotiated
- Part Time opportunity
- Private health and dental cover
- Pension contribution
- Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
- Support with CPD
- Small community focused store, operating much like an Independent
- A small, community based team with a loyal local customer base
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.
For more information or to apply, please contact Katie Francome at Specsavers Recruitment Services on 07526511146 or email [email protected]
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