At a Glance
- Tasks: Conduct sight tests and deliver exceptional patient care in a new optical store.
- Company: Exciting new optical brand with a fresh, community-focused approach.
- Benefits: Competitive day rates, flexible locum arrangements, and potential for future opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of an energetic team in a brand-new practice environment.
- Why this job: Join a pioneering project and redefine community optics from the ground up.
- Qualifications: GOC registered Optometrist with a passion for patient care.
The predicted salary is between 40500 - 49500 £ per year.
Location: Sutton, London
Salary: Competitive Day Rate
Job Type: Locum Regular Days or Block Bookings Considered
Zest Optical are partnered with an exciting new optical brand preparing to launch their second location in Sutton, London later in 2026. This is not simply another locum opportunity. The business has been built around a fresh and human approach to optics, creating an environment centred around warmth, accessibility, community and helping people feel genuinely seen. Combining a modern retail concept with the backing of an experienced Founder who has successfully scaled multi-site and franchise-led businesses previously, the long-term ambition is significant. With national expansion plans already mapped out, this is an opportunity to be involved right from the beginning of something genuinely different within the industry.
The Opportunity
The Sutton store will be a completely new environment with high-grade equipment, a strong customer experience focus and a modern, energetic approach to community eye care. The business is looking to build relationships with Locum Optometrists who enjoy working in positive, people-first environments and would like the opportunity to support the launch phase of the new store. Flexibility is available, with both regular weekly days and block bookings considered.
The Role
- Conduct sight tests and deliver high levels of patient care
- Support the successful launch of a brand-new optical concept
- Help shape a positive and engaging customer experience
- Work alongside a supportive and ambitious leadership team
- Become part of a business looking to redefine how community optics feels for patients
The Person
- GOC registered Optometrist
- Passionate about patient care and community optics
- Enjoys working within energetic and evolving environments
- Comfortable supporting a modern retail-focused setting
- Interested in being part of an ambitious new project from the beginning
Additional Information
- Competitive day rates
- Flexible locum arrangements available
- Brand-new practice environment
- Backed by an experienced Founder with significant growth ambitions
- Potential for future opportunities as the business expands nationally
To avoid missing out on this Locum Optometrist opportunity in Sutton, London, please click the Apply link or contact Kieran Lindley via WhatsApp for more information.
Locum Optometrist - Sutton, London - New Store Opening (Late-2026) employer: Zest Optical
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