Locum Optometrist

Locum Optometrist - Colchester, Essex - New Store Opening (September 2026) Location: Colchester, EssexSalary: Competitive Day RateJob Type: Locum | Regular Days or Block Bookings Considered Zest Optical are partnered with an exciting new optical brand preparing to launch its first location in Colchester in September 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 Colchester 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 careSupport the successful launch of a brand-new optical conceptHelp shape a positive and engaging customer experienceWork alongside a supportive and ambitious leadership teamBecome part of a business looking to redefine how community optics feels for patients The Person

GOC registered OptometristPassionate about patient care and community opticsEnjoys working within energetic and evolving environmentsComfortable supporting a modern retail-focused settingInterested in being part of an ambitious new project from the beginning Additional Information

Competitive day ratesFlexible locum arrangements availableBrand-new practice environmentBacked by an experienced Founder with significant growth ambitionsPotential for future opportunities as the business expands nationally To avoid missing out on this Locum Optometrist opportunity in Colchester, please click the Apply link or for more information.