Optometrist

Optometrist at Boots UK

Boots UK is looking for an Optometrist to deliver outstanding eye care services to our communities. This role offers access to emerging technologies, dedicated clinical support teams, and unique Boots Opticians training—allowing you to grow and learn at any stage of your career.

About the Opportunity

As a member of our team, you will be passionate about delivering unforgettable customer care while enjoying the support, resources, and progression opportunities that come with the biggest brand in healthcare.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinics and provide specialist care and advice to all patients.
• Test eyes using the latest technology while maintaining outstanding patient care.
• Deliver enhanced services dependent on store needs.
• Respond to emergency triages.
• Work with external healthcare professionals.
• Provide clinical support to team members on the shop floor.
• Offer advice to patients using your clinical knowledge.
• Keep up to date with latest clinical practices.
• Work closely with senior stakeholders.

Qualifications

• GOC registered (or expecting to be in the next 6 months).
• Additional registration with the relevant NHS body.
• Drive to deliver excellent patient care.
• Excellent communication and organisation skills.
• Motivation to “See What’s Possible” for our teams, customers, and patients.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary.
• Boots Retirement Savings Plan (company contribution up to 12%).
• Reimbursement of GOC and professional indemnity fees.
• CPD days across the year.
• Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay.
• Performance-based quarterly bonus.
• Generous employee discounts for you and a family member.
• 33 days holidays including bank holiday (pro‑rata).
• Flexible benefits scheme: discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, holiday buying, and more.
• 70% discount off glasses.
• Additional benefits available; find out more at boots.jobs/rewards.

Work Arrangement

Seniority level: Entry level.

Employment type: Part‑time.

Job function: Health Care Provider.

Industries: Retail.

Additional Information

We consider part‑time and job share options during the application process. Reasonable adjustments are available, and a comprehensive pre‑employment check (DBS, PVG or Access NI Check) will be completed after an offer.

Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case‑by‑case basis.

Equal Opportunity

We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing diversity and providing a positive inclusive working environment for all.