As an Optometrist at Vision Express, you’ll work with world‑class technology: automated refraction, non‑contact tonometry, automated keratometry, fundus camera, visual field analyser, OCT and automated phoropters.
Your passion for optometry will support our ambition to “See More, Be More” for our customers, maximizing their lifestyle through appropriate eye‑care and eyewear solutions.
We offer flexible working – hours can be adapted to fit around the school run or a compressed week – we’re open to discussing flexible options.
Who are we?
Vision Express has over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, from city centre flagship locations to smaller village stores and coastal sites. We’re part of the EssilorLuxottica family of leaders in lenses, frames, sunglasses, and premium brands.
Who is the perfect candidate?
* Experience testing patients’ eyes and providing specialist recommendations on eye‑care or eyewear solutions
* Excellent communication skills, translating professional terminology into patient‑friendly language
* Team‑work with colleagues across the store
* Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced retail environment
* Confidence, passion, drive, and enthusiasm
Anything else you should know?
* Sales and performance‑based bonus
* Targeted incentives
* Private medical cover for you and your family
* Life assurance – 4× basic annual salary
* Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one
* Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation
* Discounts for friends and family
* Employee Assistant Program offering confidential support across financial, emotional and more
* Ongoing CPD and personal development opportunities
* Additional overtime opportunities paid at 80 % of the locum rate
* Access to world‑leading technology and great working environments
* Coverage of professional fees such as GOC and ABDO
* 33 days annual leave (increasing with service, plus holiday‑buy/sell option)
* Flexible health‑related benefits (Health Cash plan, Additional Life cover, Critical Illness cover, Dental plan)
* Opportunities to join a company‑wide ECP community with peer‑to‑peer knowledge sharing
* Flexible lifestyle benefits (Gymflex, Dining Cards, Discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days, Cycle to Work Scheme)
Our culture
We’re deeply rooted in heritage yet constantly innovating. We value learning, trend‑analysis, and forward thinking.
To apply, submit an online application via our careers site. Unsuccessful applicants will receive email notification.
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