Optometrist

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

Job summary

A leading optical retailer in Saltcoats seeks an Optometrist to provide eye examinations and contact lens services. You will work with a dedicated team to deliver exceptional clinical care and customer service while fostering a friendly environment. Our ideal candidate will demonstrate excellent clinical judgment and thrive in a collaborative setting. Enjoy benefits like a negotiable salary, a £10,000 Golden Hello, and comprehensive professional development opportunities including support for IP qualification.

Benefits

Negotiable salary

Up to £10,000 Golden Hello

Full or part-time options

No late night or Sunday work

28 days holiday

Birthday off

Private medical and dental

Pension contribution

Professional fees paid

Free parking

Training support for qualifications

Access to cutting edge technology

Qualifications

• Registered member of the General Optical Council.
• Confident and passionate about customer service.
• Ability to work well in a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eye examinations and provide contact lens services.
• Deliver high-standard clinical care and customer service.
• Create a warm and friendly environment for customers.

Skills

Excellent clinical judgment

Strong customer service

Team collaboration

Education

General Optical Council registration

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 Saltcoats is looking for a forward‑thinking Optometrist to join their thriving team! With a commitment to clinical excellence and a focus on work‑life balance, this is the perfect opportunity to take your clinical skills to the next level. Our ideal candidate prides themselves on their clinical judgment, isn’t afraid of a hands‑on approach, and is keen to build rapport with the rest of the team. Our store has been open for over 20 years and our excellent team of 16 highly trained optical professionals including Optometrists, Contact Lens Opticians, Dispensing Opticians, and trained Optical Assistants take pride in providing an exceptional patient experience. We boast 4 test rooms, and our practice is fully equipped with the latest clinical technology including OCT and Nidek Phoropters.

Saltcoats is a hidden gem that offers a perfect blend of history and natural beauty. Visitors can enjoy the picturesque harbour and golden, sandy beaches set around Irvine Bay. For those interested in the area’s rich history, the North Ayrshire Museum provides a comprehensive overview and is housed in a former church. Saltcoats also boasts a range of shops to browse and cafés, bars, and restaurants to dine in. Plus, with a 45‑minute drive, it is easily commutable from Glasgow.

What’s on offer?

• Negotiable salary depending on experience
• Up to £10,000 Golden Hello (terms apply)
• Full or part‑time working patterns available
• No late night working
• No Sunday working
• 28 days holiday including bank holidays
• Your birthday off
• Private medical and dental
• Pension contribution
• Professional fees paid
• Free parking
• Good commuter links with train station 5 minutes’ walk from practice
• Support given to complete IP qualification and other higher accreditations
• Exceptional clinical and professional development opportunity – partner in development
• Great support from directors and retail team
• Access to cutting edge technology

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