At a Glance
- Tasks: Provide top-notch eye care and work with a friendly team in a supportive environment.
- Company: Family-run independent opticians with strong community ties.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, no Sundays, generous holiday, and professional development support.
- Other info: Great career progression opportunities and a collaborative team atmosphere.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in patients' lives while enjoying a balanced work-life.
- Qualifications: BSc in Optometry and GOC registration required; experience in community practice preferred.
The predicted salary is between 55000 - 68000 £ per year.
Location: Windsor, Berkshire
Salary: £55k –£68k depending on experience
Hours: 38 hours per week
Contract: Full-time, permanent
No Sundays or Bank Holidays | One Saturday off each month
BlackSquare is recruiting an experienced Optometrist for a well-established independent optical and hearing care practice in Windsor. The practice offers a supportive, close-knit working environment with strong professional values and a genuine connection to the local community. This is an excellent opportunity for an Optometrist who values unhurried patient care, high clinical standards and the chance to work as part of a friendly and collaborative team.
The Role
- Conducting comprehensive eye examinations
- Completing contact lens consultations and aftercare appointments
- Providing additional clinical services, such as dry-eye assessments, according to your qualifications and the needs of the practice
- Working in accordance with GOC regulations and professional standards
- Advising patients on eye health, lifestyle factors and preventative care
- Making clear and appropriate clinical recommendations focused on patient benefit
- Working closely with Dispensing Opticians and the wider support team
- Maintaining accurate, detailed and contemporaneous patient records
- Using specialist diagnostic equipment, including OCT, fundus cameras, tonometry and visual-field technology
- Supporting the effective management of patient referrals and onward care
- Participating in clinical governance and quality-assurance processes
- Maintaining your Continuing Professional Development
- Supporting practice growth through excellent patient care and effective communication
About You
- A BSc in Optometry or an equivalent recognised qualification
- Current registration with the General Optical Council
- Previous clinical experience within a community or independent practice
- Strong clinical knowledge and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- A patient-centred approach with empathy and professionalism
- Strong attention to detail and accurate record-keeping
- The ability to manage your time and remain organised in a busy practice
- A collaborative approach to working with clinical and dispensing colleagues
- A commitment to continued professional development
- Additional accreditations, such as glaucoma-referral refinement or post-cataract qualifications, would be advantageous but are not essential.
What’s on Offer
- Salary of £54,522–£67,740 depending on experience
- Full-time, permanent position
- No Sunday working
- No Bank Holiday working
- One Saturday off each month
- 33 days’ holiday pro rata, including Bank Holidays
- GOC and professional fees paid
- Continuing education and training support
- Access to CPD events
- Company pension scheme
- Life assurance
- Company incentive scheme
- Staff and family discounts
- Company sick pay
- Employee benefits platform
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Team-building events
- Career-progression opportunities
- A supportive independent-practice environment
Why Apply Through BlackSquare?
BlackSquare has specialised in optical recruitment for more than 15 years. We take the time to understand what you are looking for, provide clear and honest information about each opportunity and support you throughout the recruitment process. Your application will be treated confidentially, and we will never send your details to an employer without discussing the position with you first. To apply or find out more, contact BlackSquare for a confidential conversation.
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