Optometrist

Specsavers; Belfast; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading optical retail company in Belfast is seeking a talented Optometrist to join their team part-time, earning up to £50,000 depending on experience, plus bonus and relocation support. This role emphasizes exceptional employee development, covering clinical training, access to advanced technology, and a supportive workplace culture. Ideal candidates should be GOC-registered with a passion for customer care and teamwork. The organization values professional excellence and offers a variety of benefits, including generous holiday allowance and pension contributions.

Benefits

Joining bonus up to £5,000

Relocation Support

Performance-based bonus

Generous Holiday Allowance (33 days)

GOC & College Fees Paid

Pension Contribution

Free Parking

Private Health & Dental Plan

Discounted benefits scheme

Confidential employee support helpline

Subscription to Headspace App

CPD support

Qualifications

• You must be a GOC-registered Optometrist.
• Demonstrate strong customer care and professional excellence.
• Be willing to engage in continuous professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality customer care and maintain professional excellence.
• Support team collaboration and community engagement.

Skills

GOC registration

Customer care

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Education

GOC-registered Optometrist

Tools

Fundus Camera

OCT

Phoropters

Job description

Position: Optometrist

Location: Belfast Park Centre

Salary: Up to £50,000, Depending on Experience. Plus Welcome Bonus & Relocation Support

Working Hours: Part Time. 3 Days a Week.

Experience Level: You must be a GOC-registered Optometrist

Specsavers Belfast Park Centre are seeking a talented and ambitious Optometrist to join our team. We recognize that our people are the key to our success. That’s why, at Specsavers in Belfast, we do everything we can to ensure our team get the best from us too – from market-leading training, access to cutting-edge technology and a personal development plan built around you. Become our next Optometrist at Specsavers in Belfast Park Centre – a highly successful store with a great reputation for staff progression and unparalleled support.

What’s on Offer?

• Great Salary of up to £50,000 (Pro Rata) depending on experience.
• Joining bonus of up to £5,000. (Terms Apply)
• Relocation Support (If Required)
• Lucrative performance-based bonus scheme
• Generous Holiday Allowance 33 days per year (including Bank Hols and Your Birthday)
• Part Time
• GOC & College Fees Paid
• Pension Contribution
• Free Parking
• Private Health & Dental Plan
• Specsavers Perks – Discounted benefits scheme
• WeCare – UK confidential employee support helpline
• Subscription to the “Headspace’ App
• Access to the Latest technology – Fundus Camera, OCT, Phoropters
• CPD support

We are passionate about the clinical & professional development of our team, and as our new Optometrist, we want to support you every step of the way. We pride ourselves on the fact that we support our staff with their development needs.

Through open conversations and regular 1-2-1s, we will work together to tailor‑make a career that suits you. There are so many areas to explore; from WOPEC qualifications and independent prescribing to paediatric accreditations or enhanced optical services, ILM courses, Pre‑Reg supervision and the Specsavers Partnership scheme (Pathway). Along with your clinical expertise – this will stand you in good stead if you choose to become a store director yourself one day. Whatever your ambitions, we’ll do everything we can to help you be the best you can be.

Platinum employer

Our store is an accredited Platinum Employer – this means you can expect an exceptional employee experience every single day you work here. The Platinum Employer Scheme is part of the Specsavers drive to become a famous place to work. Stores with this accreditation have been verified on five key employer standards: Recruitment, Performance Management and Reward, Talent Management, Learning and Development and Employee Engagement.

What we’re looking for

You’ll need to be a qualified and GOC-registered Optometrist with the drive, passion and willingness to build upon our customer‑focused culture. As part of our team, you’ll need to be able to provide a unique blend of customer care and professional excellence. You’ll need to demonstrate good attention to detail along with a passion for the community. Teamwork also forms a big part of our culture, so the ability to work well with others is essential.

For more information or to apply, please contact Chris Sullivan at Specsavers Recruitment Service on 01566 471539 or [e-mail]