Optometrist

Specsavers; Bournemouth; Hybrid; GBP 59,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading optometry service provider in Bournemouth is seeking a qualified Optometrist to join their team. You will provide top-tier eyecare while thriving in a supportive environment. The position offers a salary of up to £70,000 with a lucrative performance bonus based on experience. Additional benefits include excellent training, an annual leave package, and a range of employee perks. If you're a passionate, GOC registered Optometrist, we encourage you to apply!

Benefits

Performance related bonus scheme

Excellent annual leave plus your birthday off

Pension contribution

Professional fees paid

Discounted benefits scheme

Annual subscription to the 'Headspace' app

Background support for IP and CPD points

Regular team events

Qualifications

• You must be a GOC registered Optometrist.
• Confident and passionate about providing the best customer service.
• Ability to work well as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent eyecare services to customers.
• Work collaboratively with a community-focused team.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

GOC registration

Education

Registered Optometrist

Job description

Position: Optometrist

Location: Boscombe, Dorset

Salary: Up to £70k depending on experience + a highly lucrative bonus scheme where you can earn an additional £1500 per month

Working hours: Full time or Part time hours considered

Experience level: You must be a GOC registered Optometrist

Specsavers. A household name and a high‑street staple. And you could be part of the team.

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

People choose us – for care and careers. Because feeling supported and valued makes a difference. We were proud to be ranked 16th best place to work in the world in 2024 by Great Place to Work®, a reflection of the supportive, people‑first culture we’ve built.

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 store

Based in Boscombe, our store boasts 4 test rooms with all the latest equipment, utilised by our 15 members of the team.

What’s on Offer?

As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:

• Up to £70,000 per annum (experience depending)
• Performance related bonus scheme – earn up to £1500 per month
• Excellent annual leave plus your birthday off
• Full time or part time hours
• 25 minute testing
• 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
• Fun and welcoming 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!

For more information or to apply, please contact Katie Francome at Specsavers Recruitment Services on 07526511146 or email [e-mail]