Optometrist
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Position Overview & Specifications
This is an opportunity for you to make a difference in patients’ lives at Norman Prince Opticians in Ascot.
You didn’t become an Optometrist to sell glasses…
As an independent practice in Ascot, we can provide you with the clinical freedom, time, and equipment to solve problems and genuinely help people.
Our patient’s are loyal to us, returning year after year, meaning you’ll have the opportunity to see real continuity of care too.
We believe working with us will allow you to escape hollow targets whilst providing you with a platform to have your voice heard in our practice.
- Your birthday off work
- No Sunday or bank holiday working
- Free & regular CPD courses
- Access to Simply Health (claim cashback on healthcare purchases)
- Retail discounts
- Cycle to work scheme
We’re looking for a part-time Optometrist to join us in delivering outstanding patient care 3 days per week, including alternate Saturdays.
You’ll be an integral part of our team here in Ascot and will help us drive our service offering forward, always looking for opportunities to improve and innovate.
We’re also looking for someone who shares our dedication to putting patients first and spending the time needed to get to the bottom of their visual needs.
Just as important to us is the way you interact with patients. Providing a friendly, informative, and empathetic service is a must.
Ultimately, you must be an ambassador for our brand and profession within the local Ascot community.
Educating others about the benefits of eye care is an ongoing challenge and one that we look forward to meeting head-on with you as a part of our team.
About Us
We are a committed independent practice, dedicated to providing our patients with high-quality care and an exceptional experience in practice.
Additional Information:
Our test times are 40 minutes- We have 1 consulting room (Current refit plans to expand to 2 testing rooms this year)
- Our testing equipment includes OCT, Optopol fields machine and Tonometer
- We are a team of 4
- The role requires you to work 2 in 4 Saturdays a month.
Our local community is a part of our identity here in Norman Prince Opticians and we constantly see the benefits our work has when we’re out and about in the Ascot area.
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Optometrist roles across Hakim Group's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £60,000 - £60,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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