Newly Qualified Optometrist

Specsavers; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known optical retailer in the United Kingdom is seeking an experienced Optometrist to conduct eye examinations and provide contact lens services. The role involves delivering high-quality clinical care while fostering a supportive environment for both customers and the team. The ideal candidate will be a registered member of the General Optical Council, confident in customer service, and eager to work collaboratively. This position offers competitive pay and excellent opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Up to £60,000 per annum depending on experience

Up to £10,000 Golden Hello

Up to £19,000 relocation assistance

Flexible weekend working

Medical and dental cover

Exceptional clinical and professional development opportunity

Access to cutting edge technology

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the General Optical Council.
• Confident and passionate about customer service.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eye examinations and provide contact lens services.
• Deliver high-standard clinical care to meet patient needs.
• Create a warm and friendly environment for customers.

Skills

Confidence in customer service

Teamwork

Education

Registered member of the General Optical Council

Job description

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.

Our store

Specsavers in Elgin has been serving the community for over 24 years, offering a range of enhanced clinical services including urgent care, co-prescribing, foreign body removal and treatment for infectious and autoimmune conditions. With a prime location on the high street and a recent impressive refit, the store boasts 7 test rooms, all with the latest technology letting you get on with what you do best – Delivering exceptional care to your patients. The store also prides itself on its nurturing team environment which is supportive of the whole team’s professional development. The picturesque town of Elgin is located between Inverness and Aberdeen and is known for its stunning scenery and local distilleries. Elgin's medieval street plan is well-preserved, with winding narrow wynds and pends leading to the old, cobbled marketplace, known as the Plainstones. As one of Scotland's world-famous whisky regions, Elgin is a must-visit destination for those interested in the country's distilling heritage.

What's on offer?

• Up to £60,000 per annum depending on experience
• Up to £10,000 Golden Hello (terms apply)
• Up to £19,000 relocation assistance (terms apply)
• Full or part-time working patterns considered
• Excellent salary structure in place as you become more qualified and gain extra accreditations
• Flexible weekend working
• No late night working
• Medical and dental cover
• Only 5-10 minutes from the train station
• Exceptional clinical and professional development opportunity – partner in development opportunities and support with IP
• Access to cutting edge technology
• Great support from directors and retail team

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. Got all of these? We can’t wait for you to apply! To find out more contact Alicia Downing-Keat: [e-mail] / 07707850953