Domiciliary Optometrist

Specsavers; Southampton; On-site; GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optical care provider in Southampton is seeking a domiciliary optometrist to deliver eye care directly to patients in their homes. This role offers a competitive salary starting at £75,000, alongside a £15,000 welcome bonus and a company car. Employees enjoy 33 days of annual leave, flexible working schedules, and various health benefits. Ideal candidates should be confident, customer-focused, and able to work both independently and in a team.

Benefits

Company car or car allowance

33 days annual leave

Welcome bonus of £15,000

Flexible benefits

Pension scheme with employer contribution

Specsavers Perks discounts

Employee support service

Subscription to Headspace app

Eyecare discounts for family

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Must have a full driving license.
• Confident and passionate about providing the best customer service.
• Comfortable working independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide eye care to patients in their homes.
• Support patients with basic tasks.
• Drive company car to bring care directly to people.

Skills

Customer service orientation

Confidence

Team collaboration

Education

Registered member of the General Optical Council

Job description

Ready to take your skills on the road? As a domiciliary optometrist at Specsavers, you can do just that.

You’ll be driving our services to the doorsteps of the nation, providing eye care to the people who aren’t able to come into our stores. But not only do you help them with their sight, you’ll be able to support them to get basic tasks done that they wouldn’t be able to do without you. Essentially, you’ll be bringing smiles and clinical care to the heart of your community.

Our business

Based on the south coast of England, you’ll cover a given territory, providing care to patients in their own homes.

We’re proud to have been ranked 16th in the world by Great Place to Work® in 2024 - because being a favourite is fun, but being globally recognised is even better. Join a team where people come first, your growth is supported, and your impact truly matters. If you're looking for more than just a job, you're in the right place.

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.

Our team

We have a wonderful dedicated team ready and waiting for you to meet.

Our cars

You’ll be provided with a company car (or allowance) to bring your care directly to people’s homes.

What’s on offer?

As part of our recruitment process we offer a Domi specific CPD training providing you with 1 non‑interactive CPD point and an exclusive paid interview experience. As well as all the support, training and development opportunities you can imagine, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:

• Basic salary £75,000 (depending on experience)
• Company car or car allowance
• Welcome bonus of £15,000 (pro rata for part time)
• 33 days annual leave including bank holiday
• Birthday off
• Flexible benefits to suit you
• Great flexibility with full and part time roles available
• We will auto‑enrol you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
• Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
• WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
• Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app
• Eyecareand hearcare discounts for you and your family
• Enhanced family leave and company sick pay

Find out more

We do need you to have a couple of things 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) and you must have a full driving license. You’ll also need to be confident, passionate about providing the best customer service and be comfortable working by yourself and as part of a team.

Got all of these? We can’t wait for you to apply!