Optometrist – Leading Private OpticiansLocation: CanterburySalary: Up to £74,000 DOE + excellent benefitsPackage: 34 days' holiday + professional fees paid + exclusive benefitsEmployment Type: Full Time (40 hrs) or Part Time. Between 3 to 5 Days per week
The Opportunity
Compass Associates are partnering with a leading national optical provider to recruit Optometrists across multiple UK locations. This organisation continues to invest heavily in its optical proposition, offering clinicians a genuinely patient-focused environment, modern equipment, and the stability of a large, values-led employer.
This is an excellent opportunity for Optometrists at varying stages of their career. Salary, working patterns and expectations are aligned to store busyness, location and experience – meaning flexibility is built into every hire.
Salary & Package
Salary up to £74,000 DOESalary banding in place, with flexibility for the right candidate and locationSalary aligned carefully to experience and store demandGuaranteed Contract Hours – the same each week.Flexibility around Weekend Work (Location dependent)
Benefits
33 days holiday (including bank holidays)Company pension schemePaid professional feesFlexible working patterns where possibleFree on-site parkingCompany DiscountsAccess to health and wellbeing programmesStructured support from experienced regional teamsStability of a large national employer with ongoing investment in optical
Key Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality, patient-centred eye examinationsWork collaboratively with the Optical Manager / Dispensing teamUtilise modern diagnostic technology (including OCT in selected stores)Maintain professional and clinical standards in line with GOC requirementsContribute to a positive store culture and excellent patient experience
Experience & Requirements
GOC registered OptometristExperience level flexible – salary aligned to capabilityNewly qualified Optometrists welcomed into appropriate storesBusier / central locations require stronger experienceQuieter stores suitable for developing cliniciansStrong clinical focus and commitment to patient care
Why Join This Organisation?
Strong focus on work-life balance compared to locum and franchise rolesPermanent stability in a market dominated by short-term locum workOngoing investment in optical, technology and peopleFlexible rostering to support lifestyle and family commitmentsOpportunity to be part of wider transformation journey
Interview process
The process is quick and flexible, with virtual interviews available via Teams or in-person if local. Expect a two-stage, informal discussion focusing on your clinical experience and ambitions, with the opportunity to visit the branch before joining.
Compass Associates Ltd is acting as the recruitment consultancy for this vacancy.We offer a £200 John Lewis voucher for every successful recommendation or referral.
Interested?
If you're an Optometrist seeking your next step in independent practice, we'd love to hear from you.
Contact Information
Ben Warnes07908 224 207bwarnes@compassltd.co.uk