Lead Optometrist

🔒 Confidential Employer
Posted 7 May 2026
LOCATION
Shaftesbury
TYPE
Full-time
LEVEL
Mid-Senior level
SALARY
£70,000 / year
CATEGORY
Healthcare
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SKILLS

Optometry Eye Examinations Contact Lens Assessments Diagnostic Equipment Clinical Services Customer Service Independent Prescribing GOC Registration

FULL DESCRIPTION

Lead Optometrist

Company: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]
Location: Shaftesbury
Employment Type: Permanent, Full-time
Salary: Around £70K
Reference: FH38582

Job Description

We have just been instructed on a new and exclusive opportunity for a Lead Optometrist based in a beautiful part of North Dorset. Our exclusive client is an expanding, dynamic Family Independent Group that provides premium eye care solutions. They are now actively looking for an ambitious, proven optometrist to be responsible for all clinical services at the practice. The role involves thorough eye examinations, contact lens assessments and aftercare, and assisting colleagues to ensure efficient practice operation. Testing time between 30-40 minutes. The successful candidate will need to be clinically sensitive yet understand commercial requirements.

[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] is handling this recruitment. To apply, contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Freephone on 0800 085 0858 or email [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal].

Key Benefits

  • Full time – 37.5 hours per week
  • Around £70K depending on experience, qualifications & testing times
  • 33 days holiday (includes bank holidays)
  • Company pension
  • Professional fees covered (AOP & GOC)
  • Annual company CPD training event
  • 2 testing rooms
  • Free parking on-site
  • OCT
  • Opportunities for higher qualifications including Independent Prescribing
  • Closed Sundays & bank holidays
  • Staff and family member discounts
  • Staff well-being package
  • Group life insurance

Requirements

  • UK qualified optometrist or completed recognised optometrist conversion course
  • Registered with the GOC
  • Demonstrable track record of achievement
  • Strong clinical and commercial awareness
  • Interest in optical trends and latest diagnostic equipment
  • Flexible working attitude with patient focus

How to Apply

To apply for this Optometrist Job or enquire about additional Optometrist Jobs, contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal], Freephone on 0800 085 0858 or if calling from a mobile [contact hidden], alternatively email [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]. [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] operates as an Employment Agency & Employment Business.

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