Contact Lens Optician - Shipley, West Yorkshire

Position: Contact Lens Optician  
Location: Shipley, West Yorkshire
Salary: Based on optics experience

Bonus:  Based on performance

Working Hours: Full time but part time considered
Experience Level: Must have previous experience working in an optician and must have a GOC number.

Specsavers in Shipley are looking for a new Contact Lens Optician. On the back of substantial and on-going growth, we’re seeking an ambitious Contact Lens Optician to join our dynamic team at Specsavers in Shipley. Be part of our continued success at one of the leading opticians in this fantastic area.

What’s on Offer?

• A competitive annual salary that Is based on optics experience
• Being the first CLO for our store, driving the business forward!
• A strong performance-based bonus scheme
• Holiday allowance of 28 days per year
• Private health and dental cover
• Pension contribution
• Outstanding clinical and professional development opportunities
• Support with CET
• Access to the latest clinical technology such as OCT
• Easy commute as the store Is easy to get to via public transport or driving
• Free parking
• Based In a lively shopping centre with high footfall
• The chance to join a dynamic and passionate practice.

We are passionate about the clinical development of our team, and as our new Contact Lens Optician, we would support you with extra courses and specialisms that interest you. Whatever your ambitions, from MECs qualifications and accreditations.  Even if you're keen to do the Optometry conversion course - we’ll do everything we can to help you be the best clinician you can be. 

Our location

This position is in the vibrant city of Shipley. With excellent transport links, it’s not uncommon for people to commute from far and wide. There’s something here for everyone: from shops, bars and restaurants to museums and parks for families to enjoy. As a Contact Lens Optician in Shipley, your client base will be very diverse – but with plenty of familiar faces of course.

Our store is an accredited Platinum Employer – this means you can expect an exceptional employee experience every single day you work here. The Platinum Employer Scheme is part of the Specsavers drive to become a famous place to work. Stores with this accreditation have been verified on five key employer standards: Recruitment, Performance Management and Reward, Talent Management, Learning and Development and Employee Engagement.

What we’re looking for

You’ll need to be a qualified and GOC registered Contact Lens Optician with the drive, passion and the willingness to build upon our customer-focused culture. As part of our team, you’ll need to be able to provide a unique blend of customer care and professional excellence. You’ll need to demonstrate good attention to detail along with a passion for the community. Teamwork also forms a big part of our culture, so the ability to work well with others is essential.

Find out more

If you like the sound of this opportunity, get in touch, we’d love to tell you more about it. Contact Richard Bateman on 07950918068 or email on richard.bateman@specsavers.com