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Optometrist – High Street Optician
£60,000 - £70,000 + £4,000 Car Allowance and Additional Benefits
Royston - Hertfordshire 

Part time or full time – Depending on Applicant

 

About the Role:

 

Compass Associates are working with a leading optical provider to recruit an Optometrist for a well-established practice in Royston - Hertfordshire. 

 

This is a fantastic opportunity for an experienced professional to take ownership of clinical services at the store. The role offers a strong salary package, work-life balance, car allowance and a supportive working environment.

 

Package & Benefits:

 

  • Salary: £60,000 – 70,000 (pro rata) depending on experience
  • Car Allowance: £4,000 annual allowance
  • 33 days annual leave (including bank holidays)
  • Private Pension scheme
  • Professional Fees Covered
  • CPD and professional development support
  • Staff Discount for friends and family
  • A flexible and stable working schedule
  • Fully Computerised System and average patient times of 30 minutes

 

Key Responsibilities:

 

  • Deliver thorough and professional eye examinations using high-quality equipment
  • Independently manage the clinical operation as the sole in-store Optometrist
  • Provide tailored recommendations and referrals where appropriate
  • Ensure all patient records and clinical procedures are compliant and accurate
  • Collaborate with the wider store team to maintain excellent customer care standards

 

Role Details:

 

  • Average Patient time: 30 minutes
  • Schedule: 3–4 days per week, Monday to Saturday
  • Hours: 09:00 – 17:30 with a 1-hour lunch break
  • Saturdays: Required depending on Applicant

 

Candidate Requirements:

 

  • GOC registered Optometrist
  • Minimum 6-12 Months experience, ideally 2 years post-qualification experience
  • Comfortable working as the sole Optometrist on-site
  • Strong interpersonal skills and a commitment to patient-first care

 

Referral Scheme:

 

Compass Associates Ltd is acting as the exclusive recruitment consultancy for this vacancy. We offer £200 in John Lewis vouchers for every successful recommendation or referral.

Interested?

 

Location:

 

This position is based in Royston, and commutable from the surrounding areas. 

 

Contact Information:

 

To apply for this opportunity, please contact Ben Warnes directly:
Phone: 07908 224 207
Email: [email protected]