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Optometrist

The closing date is 25 June 2026

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Job summary

We are looking for a passionate and friendly Optometrist to join our team in Scarborough

The practice has 3 testing rooms, and you will be joining a friendly team of 11.

Although this is advertised as full time, we are open to part time as well.

The store is a 5 minute walk from the train station and local car parks.

This practice is situated within a Boots UK store.

For further information, please contact Alex Newton on 07815 010 102 or alex.newton1@boots.co.uk

Main duties of the job

Key responsibilities

  • Leading clinics and delivering outstanding patient care
  • Using the latest testing technology to assess eye health and provide expert advice
  • Providing enhanced services, from triage support to advanced assessments, depending on store needs
  • Offering clinical support to colleagues on the shop floor
  • Collaborating with external healthcare professionals
  • Keeping your clinical knowledge up to date and sharing it with others
  • Playing a key role in your stores leadership team, bringing energy and insight to every shift

About us

A bit about us

At Boots Opticians, we help everyone see whats possible, from our customers to our colleagues. Were a proud equal opportunity employer, and the diversity of our colleagues is so important to us, as we create a positive and inclusive workplace for everyone who steps through the door. With a supportive team and trusted brand behind you, join us, and be brilliant with Boots.

Details

Date posted

26 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

R0028-259487BR

Job locations

Boots The Chemists Ltd

Westborough

Scarborough

North Yorkshire

YO11 1LN


Job description

Job responsibilities

What you'll be doing

As an Optometrist at Boots, youll play a key role in delivering brilliant patient care using the latest tech, working alongside experienced colleagues, and supporting your community with clinical excellence. Whether you're leading a clinic, responding to triage, or mentoring others, no two days are the same, and your growth never stops.

It would be great if you also have

  • Experience supporting enhanced services
  • A strong understanding of local clinical networks

Where your brilliance can take you

At Boots Opticians, your clinical career can go in many directions from delivering enhanced services and supporting pre-reg development, to regional clinical leadership or professional training roles, or even owning your own Boots Opticians store through our Franchise Academy. Whatever path you choose, well help you get there.

Rewards designed for you

  • Competitive base salary
  • Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 12% company contribution)
  • Reimbursement of GOC and professional indemnity fees
  • CPD days throughout the year
  • Performance-based quarterly bonus
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
  • Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
  • 33 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata)
  • Flexible benefits scheme discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, and more
  • 70% discount on glasses and exclusive Boots UK savings

Theres lots more in our benefits and discounts, MyBoosts - there to give you that little lift in your everyday. Find out more at boots.jobs/rewards. Exclusions may apply; eligible roles only. Please note that any salary estimates provided on third-party sites are not endorsed by Boots Opticians and may not be accurate.

What's next?

If you apply, our team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application or to arrange next steps. Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you 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.

We hope to hear from you soon.

Be brilliant with Boots.

Job description

Job responsibilities

What you'll be doing

As an Optometrist at Boots, youll play a key role in delivering brilliant patient care using the latest tech, working alongside experienced colleagues, and supporting your community with clinical excellence. Whether you're leading a clinic, responding to triage, or mentoring others, no two days are the same, and your growth never stops.

It would be great if you also have

  • Experience supporting enhanced services
  • A strong understanding of local clinical networks

Where your brilliance can take you

At Boots Opticians, your clinical career can go in many directions from delivering enhanced services and supporting pre-reg development, to regional clinical leadership or professional training roles, or even owning your own Boots Opticians store through our Franchise Academy. Whatever path you choose, well help you get there.

Rewards designed for you

  • Competitive base salary
  • Boots Retirement Savings Plan (up to 12% company contribution)
  • Reimbursement of GOC and professional indemnity fees
  • CPD days throughout the year
  • Performance-based quarterly bonus
  • Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay
  • Generous employee discounts for you and a family member
  • 33 days holiday including bank holidays (pro-rata)
  • Flexible benefits scheme discounted gym membership, life assurance, activity passes, and more
  • 70% discount on glasses and exclusive Boots UK savings

Theres lots more in our benefits and discounts, MyBoosts - there to give you that little lift in your everyday. Find out more at boots.jobs/rewards. Exclusions may apply; eligible roles only. Please note that any salary estimates provided on third-party sites are not endorsed by Boots Opticians and may not be accurate.

What's next?

If you apply, our team will be in touch to let you know the outcome of your application or to arrange next steps. Where a role is advertised as full-time, we are open to discussing part-time and job share options. If you require additional support as part of the application and interview process, we are happy to provide reasonable adjustments to help you 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.

We hope to hear from you soon.

Be brilliant with Boots.

Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • What you'll need to have (our must-haves): Were looking for Optometrists who are confident, compassionate, and always focused on doing the right thing for patients. GOC registered (or expecting to be within 6 months). NHS performer number (or working towards it). Excellent communication and organisation skills. A genuine interest in patient care and team collaboration.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • What you'll need to have (our must-haves): Were looking for Optometrists who are confident, compassionate, and always focused on doing the right thing for patients. GOC registered (or expecting to be within 6 months). NHS performer number (or working towards it). Excellent communication and organisation skills. A genuine interest in patient care and team collaboration.

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Additional information

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Certificate of Sponsorship

Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).

From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).

UK Registration

Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).

Employer details

Employer name

Boots UK

Address

Boots The Chemists Ltd

Westborough

Scarborough

North Yorkshire

YO11 1LN


Employer's website

https://www.boots.com (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Boots UK

Address

Boots The Chemists Ltd

Westborough

Scarborough

North Yorkshire

YO11 1LN


Employer's website

https://www.boots.com (Opens in a new tab)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Alex Larkin

alex.larkin@boots.co.uk

07815010102

Details

Date posted

26 March 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

Depending on experience

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

R0028-259487BR

Job locations

Boots The Chemists Ltd

Westborough

Scarborough

North Yorkshire

YO11 1LN


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