Location: Seaford, East Sussex
Compensation: Total package worth up to £77,000 per annum depending on experience, plus £10K joining bonus and up to £20K relocation support.
Working Hours: Full time or part time with weekend flexibility and no late nights.
Experience Level: Open to both newly qualified and experienced Optometrists registered with the GOC.
We have an exciting opportunity for an Optometrist to join our busy store in Seaford. You will join a well-established, multi‑skilled team who are community-focused and dedicated to ensuring their customers receive an excellent patient experience.
Specsavers in Seaford opened 16 years ago, and we are looking for an Optometrist who is forward‑thinking and ready to use their passion and knowledge to help build on our ever‑growing and loyal customer base. Our store has 3 test rooms, all fully equipped with the latest clinical technology including OCT and Phoropters in every room.
We are conveniently located on a busy high street and there are excellent public transport links as well as street parking nearby. Seaford is a highly performing store as well as being Centre of Excellence accredited and a Platinum Employer.
In addition to this role, we are also recruiting within our sister store in Eastbourne, and you would have the opportunity to work between both stores, which is what many of our Optometrists currently do. Eastbourne boasts 9 test rooms, all fully equipped with the highest and newest clinical technology.
What’s on Offer?
* Total package worth up to £77,000 per annum depending on experience.
* 33 days annual leave per annum plus your birthday off.
* Parking available nearby.
* Professional fees paid.
* Private medical and dental cover.
* Specsavers Perks Plus – discounted benefits scheme.
* Subscription to the “Headspace” app.
* WeCare: Confidential UK employee health and well‑being support service.
* Pension contribution.
* Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities.
* Support with CPD points.
* Access to the latest clinical technology such as OCT.
* Opportunity to work across sister stores.
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. Through open conversations and regular 1-2-1’s, we will work together to tailor‑make a career that suits you. There are 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 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, meaning you can expect an exceptional employee experience every single day. 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
* Qualified and GOC registered Optometrist with the drive and passion to build upon our customer‑focused culture.
* Ability to provide a unique blend of customer care and professional excellence.
* Demonstrate good attention to detail and passion for the community.
* Strong teamwork skills – the ability to work well with others is essential.
If you like the sound of this opportunity, get in touch – we’d love to tell you more about it. Please email blair.mills@specsavers.com or call 07702 631967 or drop a WhatsApp message.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Full-time
Job function
* Other and Health Care Provider
* Retail
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