Domiciliary Optometrist

Specsavers; Tees Valley; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading eye care provider is seeking a domiciliary optometrist in Tees Valley. You will provide eye care directly to patients at their homes, ensuring accessibility for those unable to reach stores. The role offers a competitive salary starting at £70,000, a £10,000 welcome bonus, and numerous benefits, including flexible working hours and a car allowance. Join a dedicated team focused on patient care and enjoy comprehensive support and development opportunities.

Benefits

Car allowance

Bonus Scheme

33 days annual leave

Birthday off

Flexible benefits

Pension scheme contributions

Employee support service

Complimentary Headspace subscription

Eyecare discounts

Enhanced family leave

Qualifications

• Must have a full driving license.
• Registered with the General Optical Council.
• Confident and passionate about providing excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Provide eye care to patients at home.
• Support patients with basic tasks.
• Drive to various locations to deliver services.

Skills

Customer service

Confidence

Teamwork

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 in the North East of England, you’ll be providing care to patients in their own homes around the Sunderland, Middlesbrough, Darlington and Gateshead areas.

We’re proud to have been ranked 12th in the world by Great Place to Work® in 2025 – 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 car 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 £70,000 (depending on experience)
• £10,000 welcome bonus (Pro rata for PT)
• Car allowance
• Bonus Scheme
• 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-enroll 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 tothe 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 youmust 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!