Lead Optometrist – Louth/Skegness
Location: Louth/Skegness
Salary: £60,000 for 4 days + welcome bonus up to £10,000
Relocation allowance: up to £8,000 (T&C apply)
Working hours: Full‑time
Experience level: GOC registered Optometrist with minimum 5 years post‑qualification experience
Specsavers in Louth is looking for a forward‑thinking Lead Optometrist. An incredible opportunity awaits: the salary, the location, the lifestyle and an excellent store – the only thing missing is you. With an outstanding Salary of up to £68,000 including a lucrative bonus scheme and much more – joining Specsavers in this fantastic location as our next Optometrist truly is a fabulous opportunity.
About Us
Louth is a quaint market town at the foot of the Lincolnshire Wolds. Our Specsavers is conveniently located in the town centre and is easily accessible by car and public transport.
Our clinics are fully kitted with Phoropters and OCT.
What’s on Offer
* Salary up to £70,000 (depending on experience)
* A strong performance‑based bonus scheme
* Holiday allowance of 33 days
* Access to cutting‑edge clinical technology such as OCT
* Support with CPD and accountability for the organisation of CPD events for both locations
* Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
* Be able to conduct clinical audits across both stores
* Accountability for Optometrist rotas and 1‑to‑1 meetings
Requirements
* Minimum 5 years’ experience post‑qualification
* Willingness to supervise pre‑reg Optometrists
* Hold a full driving licence
* Experience in organising and facilitating clinical training events
We are passionate about the clinical development of our team, and as our new Optometrist, we would support you with extra courses and specialisms that interest you. Whatever your ambitions – from WOPEC qualifications and independent prescribing to paediatric accreditations or enhanced optical services – we’ll do everything we can to help you be the best clinician you can be.
Our Optometrists are an integral part of our store management team, so we’re keen to get you up to speed outside the test room too. With ILM courses, Pre‑Reg supervision and the Specsavers Partnership scheme (Pathway) all available to explore. Along with your clinical expertise – this will stand you in good stead if you choose to become a store director yourself one day.
Platinum Employer
Our store is an accredited Platinum Employer – this means you can expect an exceptional employee experience every single day you work here. 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
You will possess the drive, passion and the willingness to build upon our customer‑focused culture. As part of our team, you’ll need to be able to provide a unique blend of customer care and professional excellence. You’ll need to demonstrate good attention to detail along with a passion for the community. Teamwork also forms a big part of our culture, so the ability to work well with others is essential.
Find Out More
For more information or to apply, please contact Connie Fazackerley at Specsavers Recruitment Service on 07526508358 or connie.fazackerley@specsavers.com.
Seniority level
Mid‑Senior level
Employment type
Full‑time
Job function
Other and Health Care Provider
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Retail
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