Are you an Optometrist / DO / OA coming back from Maternity leave and looking for a flexibility?
£55k - £70k per annumThe Company
Whether you're returning to work after maternity leave and looking for a fresh opportunity with greater flexibility to support your work-life balance, or simply ready for your next challenge, we are working with some of the leading optical practices across the UK who are seeking dedicated Optometrists / Dispensing Opticians / Optical Assistants to join their well-established teams.
Known for being some of the most supportive and desirable companies within the industry, these practices have built an excellent reputation through their strong balance of clinical care, work-life balance, and commercial success - something they genuinely pride themselves on.
The Position
We are seeking someone who is friendly, confident, and patient-focused and is looking to return to practice in either a full-time or part-time capacity. This opportunity is ideal for someone seeking flexibility, support, and a welcoming environment as they transition back into their career.
With excellent career progression and ongoing professional development available, we are looking for someone eager to build their confidence, develop clinically, and provide the highest standard of care to their patients.
This role offers a fantastic opportunity to re-establish your career within a supportive and understanding environment, with flexibility tailored around your lifestyle and family commitments.
Why Should You Apply?
- Range of salaries from £55,000 - £70,000 for Optometrists (Area dependant)
- Range of salaries from £30,000 - £40,000 for Dispensing Opticians (Area dependant)
- Range of salaries from £26,000 - £30,000 for Optical Assistants (Area dependant)
- Full-time and part-time opportunities available
- Flexible working patterns to support work-life balance
- Both multiple and independent practices nationwide
- Excellent career development and progression opportunities
- Supportive return-to-work environment
- Friendly and understanding team culture
- Strong clinical and commercial balance
- Opportunities for further training and professional development
Requirements
- GOC registered (or ability to become registered for Optoms and DOs)
- Clean and faultless GOC record
- Full-time or part-time commitment
- Friendly, compassionate, and team-oriented approach
- Passion for delivering excellent patient care
- If you do not meet the above requirements, please do not apply for this position.
Interested?
If you are interested, please contact our Consultant on View phone number on jobs.opticianonline.net or email View email address on jobs.opticianonline.net . They will be happy to answer any questions and provide further details.
Recommendations / Refer a Friend
Vivid Optical is working in partnership with this optical group on this vacancy. If you're not interested but know someone who would be perfect for the role, we offer up to £500 for each successful recommendation.
Please contact our consultant at View email address on jobs.opticianonline.net , and we will keep you updated about the £500 reward!
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