Newly Qualified Optometrist

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

Job summary

A leading optical retailer in Middlesbrough seeks a Newly Qualified Optometrist to deliver high-quality eye care. Candidates must be GOC registered and demonstrate a strong customer service focus. This role offers competitive salary, clinical development opportunities, and flexible working arrangements, including part-time options and a supportive team environment.

Benefits

From £45,000 per annum

Up to £5,000 joining bonus

33 days annual leave

Pension contribution

Professional fees paid

Annual subscription to Headspace

Team building events

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified and GOC registered Optometrist.
• Passionate about providing excellent customer service.
• Ability to work well in a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality eyecare to customers.
• Support and encourage team colleagues.
• Participate in clinical and professional development.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Confidence

Strong work ethic

Education

GOC registration

Job description

Overview

Join to apply for the Newly Qualified Optometrist role at Specsavers.

Specsavers. A household name and a Highstreet staple. We’re looking for a hard-working, passionate Optometrist ready to provide our customers with the best eyecare in the business. At Specsavers Middlesbrough, you’ll join a community focused team full of people from all walks of life and all levels of experience. As long as you’re a qualified and GOC registered Optometrist, whoever you are, you can make a difference here.

The team in Middlesbrough is extremely supportive and heavily invests in growing their own from pre-reg, so this is a rare opportunity to join the team. We have 10 test rooms, rolling and 25 minute clinics, mostly NHS patients, and you can park nearby at the Hill Street car park for a small fee.

What’s on Offer?

• From £45,000 per annum (experience depending)
• Up to £5,000* cash when joining if you reach out directly to SRS by 31st October
• Great bonus scheme
• 33 days annual leave plus your birthday off
• Full time or part time with weekend flexibility
• Pension contribution
• Professional fees paid
• Specsavers Perks – our discounted benefits scheme
• Annual subscription to the “Headspace” app
• WeCare – UK confidential employee helpline
• Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
• Support with IP, other higher accreditations and Pathway
• Access to latest clinical technology and equipment
• Support with CPD points
• Regular team events and team building evenings

What we’re looking for?

• Qualified and GOC registered Optometrist
• Confident
• Strong work ethic
• Willing to succeed
• Encourages colleagues
• Goes the extra mile

Requirements

First, 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.

Got all of these? We can’t wait for you to apply! Contact [e-mail] for a confidential chat.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Other and Health Care Provider
• Retail