JOB Details

• Job Reference: FH38976
• Published: 13th January 2026
• Start Date: 16th March 2026
• Salary: £65,000
• Location: Fort William
• Employment Type: Permanent

JOB DESCRIPTION

Optometrist Job in Fort William
Optometrist Jobs in Highlands, Scotland

Full-Time – Employed – Onsite
Up to £65K + Welcome Bonus | Relocation Support Available

Job Overview
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Optometry is supporting the launch of a brand-new optical practice opening in Fort William (Highlands, Scotland). This is a rare opportunity to join a newly established store from day one, with excellent long-term career development, financial incentives, and relocation support.

Our client is seeking a qualified, GOC-registered Optometrist who is motivated, patient-focused, and keen to grow within a progressive clinical environment.

Key Job Details

• Position: Optometrist
• Location: Fort William, Highlands, Scotland, UK
• Employment Type: Full-time
• Salary: Up to £65,000 per annum (DOE)
• Start Date: March opening

Financial Incentives
A Welcome Bonus and or Relocation Package is potentially available (Terms Apply)

• Benefits Package
• Private medical insurance
• Private dental insurance
• Enhanced maternity leave
• Enhanced paternity leave
• Additional annual leave
• Free on-site parking
• Relocation assistance

Candidate Requirements

• Qualified and GOC-registered Optometrist
• Confident and clinically competent
• Strong work ethic and patient-first mindset
• Team-oriented, supportive of colleagues
• Ambitious and motivated to succeed

This role would suit an Optometrist looking to:

• Be part of a new store opening
• Work with the latest technology in a fantastic new environment
• Relocate to the Scottish Highlands
• Access structured career progression and Post-Grad Development
• Join a supportive, forward-thinking team

Location
Fort William is a stunning town in the Scottish Highlands, situated at the foot of Ben Nevis and renowned for its dramatic landscapes and outdoor lifestyle. The area offers an excellent quality of life, with access to world-class walking, climbing, and outdoor activities, alongside strong local amenities and a friendly, close-knit community.

About [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Optometry
[Employer hidden — sign up to reveal] Optometry is a specialist Optometry recruitment consultancy with over 25 years’ experience supporting Optometrists across the UK & Ireland. We operate a confidential, consultancy-led recruitment model, ensuring discretion for both candidates and employers.

You can apply or request further information in complete confidence via our website. Alternatively, to apply for this Optometrist position in Fort William, or to arrange a confidential discussion, please contact [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]:

• Freephone: 0800 085 0858
• Mobile: [contact hidden]
• Email: [Employer hidden — sign up to reveal]

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