Optometrist

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Islington
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£50,000 / year
CATEGORY
Healthcare
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SKILLS

Eye examinations Patient care GOC registration MECS accreditation Communication skills Teamwork Clinical standards Optometry

FULL DESCRIPTION

Optometrist Jobs Islington

Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] (recruiting for an independent optical practice) | Location: Islington, North London | Salary: £50,000 per annum | Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Job Details

  • Job Reference: FH39313
  • Published: 30th April 2026
  • Start Date: 30th November 2026
  • Salary: £50,000
  • Location: Islington
  • Employment Type: Permanent

Role Summary

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Optometry is recruiting for an Optometrist in Islington, North London to join a well-established independent optical practice with a strong reputation for delivering high-quality, patient-focused eye care. This is an excellent opportunity for an Optometrist seeking to work within a supportive and community-driven environment where clinical standards, patient care, and professional development are highly valued. The role offers a competitive salary, bonus potential, structured working hours, and the opportunity to develop long-term patient relationships within a respected independent setting.

The Opportunity

As an Optometrist, you will play a key role in delivering excellent clinical care and ensuring a seamless patient journey from consultation through to aftercare. You will work closely with the practice team, contributing to both clinical delivery and the smooth running of a busy community optical environment. This is a varied role combining high-quality eye examinations, strong patient interaction, and collaborative team working.

Key Role Information

  • Position: Optometrist
  • Location: Islington, North London
  • Employment Type: Full-Time
  • Contract Type: Permanent
  • Salary Package: Competitive salary plus bonus
  • Working Hours: Standard optical practice hours
  • Working Pattern: Includes Saturdays
  • Practice Type: Independent Optical Practice

The Role

You will be responsible for delivering thorough and professional eye examinations, ensuring every patient receives clear, confident, and high-quality clinical care. You will take time to understand patient needs, build strong relationships, and provide tailored optical solutions focused on long-term eye health. You will also support the wider team in maintaining excellent service standards, efficiency, and patient satisfaction across the practice.

Candidate Requirements

  • Fully qualified and GOC-registered Optometrist eligible to practice in the UK.
  • MECS accreditation is advantageous.
  • Confident working in a busy community optical setting while maintaining strong clinical standards and a patient-first approach.
  • Excellent communication skills, adaptability, and a strong team ethic.
  • Availability to work Saturdays is required.

Salary and Benefits

The successful candidate will receive a competitive salary, alongside bonus potential and the opportunity to work within a supportive independent practice environment.

Location

Islington, North London (postcode areas N1 / EC1 / N7) is one of London’s most desirable areas, known for its vibrant atmosphere, excellent restaurants, boutique shopping, green spaces, and strong transport links. With easy access to the City, West End, and wider London, Islington offers an outstanding mix of career opportunity and lifestyle.

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