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Optometrist

J490549 Chard South West £50K - £65K / Year

Optometrist Independent Practice | Chard & Yeovil | Up to £65,000 DOE

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an Optometrist to join a well-established group of independent optical practices operating across Dorset and Somerset, with a rich history dating back to 1926.

This role is based primarily in Chard, with occasional time spent in a larger sister practice in Yeovil.

Both locations offer a welcoming, well-equipped environment, run by a team committed to providing high-quality, patient-centred eye care.

About the Practices

• With a long-standing reputation for clinical excellence and continuity of care, this family-run group
• consists of 12 independent practices, employing nearly 100 people.
• Their team culture is built on mutual respect, collaboration, and a genuine commitment to both professional development and patient care.
• Many team members have been with the group for over a decade a testament to the supportive and fulfilling work environment.

The Chard practice, fully refurbished in 2019, is spacious, air-conditioned, and fitted with modern equipment, including Optomap retinal imaging, Revo OCT, and the latest Henson visual field analyzer.

The wider team includes IP-qualified Optometrists, specialist contact lens fitters, and trained orthoptists, offering a great opportunity to collaborate and learn from colleagues with specialist interests.

What's on Offer

• A truly clinically-focused environment, where generous test times and full professional autonomy are the norm
• Support and encouragement for Optometrists to pursue higher qualifications or develop special interests
• Opportunities to work alongside professionals involved in hospital ophthalmology departments, including clinics in casualty, paediatrics, and orthoptics
• A loyal patient base, ensuring continuity of care and rewarding long-term relationships
• Flexible working patterns ideally looking for 45 days per week, including alternate Saturdays, but part-time options will also be considered

Key Benefits

• Salary of up to £65,000 FTE (depending on experience)
• Performance-related bonus scheme
• 33 days holiday FTE, including bank holidays
• Closed on Sundays and all Bank Holidays
• AOP & GOC fees covered
• Annual CPD training event
• Company pension scheme
• Staff and family discounts
• Comprehensive staff well-being package

About You

• The ideal candidate will be a passionate and patient-focused Optometrist, with a desire to work in a high-quality independent setting.
• Whether newly qualified or experienced, you will value collaborative working, continuous learning, and delivering care that goes beyond the basics.
• GOC Registerd and UK right to work.