Optometrist

 Are you an ambitious Optometrist ready to take the next step in your career? If so, you’re in the right place. We’re excited to share that a brand-new Specsavers store will be opening in Fort William in March 2026 — and we’re building a brand‑new team to grow, develop, and succeed together. This is a rare opportunity to join a store from day one, with a genuine focus on your professional development and long‑term progression.

Whether you’re newly qualified or bring years of experience, if you’re passionate about eyecare and committed to delivering your best every day, this could be the perfect role for you — an opportunity you won’t want to miss.

Our store   

Based in Fort William, a scenic Highland town on the eastern shore of Loch Linnhe, known as a gateway to outdoor adventure and the surrounding Lochaber landscape 

Our team   

We have a wonderful team of dedicated people in our store ready and waiting for you to meet.    

What’s on offer?  

As well as all the support you need and great training and development opportunities, we have a whole load of benefits on offer for you to enjoy. These include:   

• Up to £65,000 depending on experience
• Up to £10,000 golden hello (terms apply)
• Up to £19,000 relocation assistance (terms apply)
• Full time - weekend working essential 
• A brand new 2 test room store - expanding to 4 test rooms over time 
• Fantastic career progression and development available 
• We will auto-enroll you into the pension scheme with an employer contribution when you contribute too
• Specsavers Perks - a portal to a world of great everyday discounts and savings
• WeCare - our employee support service to help you and your immediate family when you need it most
• Complimentary subscription to the Headspace app 
• Eyecare and hearcare discounts for you 
• Enjoy an additional paid day off on your birthday to celebrate you!
• Enhanced family leave and company sick pay 

What we’re looking for? 

• Qualified and GOC registered Optometrist 

• Confident 

• Strong work ethic 

• Willing to succeed 

• Encourages colleagues 

• Goes the extra mile 

Find out more 

If you have everything we’re looking for and are excited by this opportunity, we’re excited to hear from you. Got all of these? We can’t wait for you to apply!