Pre-Reg Optometrist

This vacancy is for those looking for a Scheme for Registration Placement in Scotland for July 2027. Our positions for England will be posted at a later date. We currently do not have any opportunities on an international optometrist programme; if you are looking for a placement of this kind please contact opticians.recruitment.programmes@boots.co.uk and we can advise you further.

About the role

Our Pre‑registration Programme will give you the best possible start to your career in optics and put everything you have learned at University into practice. This is a 52 week Programme in one of our practices across the UK – where you can really get to understand what it’s like to work in optics with Europe’s leading health and beauty retailer.

What you’ll experience on the Programme:

• Attending residential courses with fellow pre‑registration colleagues, which provide ongoing training and support for assessments.
• You will have ongoing access to online learning material, and undertake mock exams to enable you to be well prepared for OSCE’s.
• Brilliant networking opportunities with fellow pre‑registration colleagues.
• Continued support from our team of Pre‑Registration Specialists.

What you’ll need to have:

You will need to be as passionate as us about patient care and working together as one great team – after all it’s our people that are at the heart of our business. It’s a fantastic opportunity to progress your own development and learn more with us. It isn’t just about experience; we’re interested in seeing the real you, your personality and what you can bring – and for you to see what’s possible for your career with Boots Opticians.

Our benefits:

• Boots Retirement Savings Plan.
• Discretionary annual bonus.
• Generous employee discounts.
• Flexible benefits scheme including holiday buying, discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes and more.
• Access to free, 24/7 counselling and support through TELUS Health, our Employee Assistance Programme.

We have a great range of benefits in addition to the above that offer flexibility to suit you – find out more at boots.jobs/rewards.

Please note, any salary estimates given on third‑party sites are not provided or endorsed by Boots and may not be accurate.

Why Boots Opticians:

At Boots Opticians, we foster a working environment where consideration and inclusivity help everyone to be themselves and reach their full potential. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer, passionate about embracing the diversity of our colleagues and providing a positive and inclusive working environment for all. Join our team and let’s see what’s possible when we change for the better.

What’s next:

On application, you will be asked to take an online assessment. If successful, a member of the recruitment team will be in touch to find a time to discuss your application. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you to be at your best. This role requires the successful candidate to complete a Pre‑employment check after receiving an offer. Depending on your location, you will be asked to submit either a DBS (Disclosure & Barring Service), PVG (Protection of Vulnerable groups) or an Access NI Check. Boots is a Ban the Box employer and will consider the suitability of applicants with criminal convictions on a case‑by‑case basis.