Optometrist
Zest Business Group
DurhamView on map(opens Google Maps in a new tab)
Salary
£50,000 to £65,000
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
9 November 2026
21 days leftJob description
- Full Time working 5 days a week
- Working across 2 independent practices in Durham9:00am - 5:30pm midweek - 9am to 4pm on a Sat
- No late nights or bank holidays
- 30-minute testing times
Zest Optical are currently working with a group of independent Opticians in Durham to recruit a full-time Optometrist. This is a great opportunity to join two well-established, family-run practices that focus on delivering a personal, patient-first service.
The practices offer a warm, friendly environment. One has recently been fully refitted, with the second due to be modernised, creating bright and well-equipped clinical spaces while keeping their independent feel.
- Work across two independent practices in Durham
- Deliver thorough sight tests with 30-minute appointments
- OCT
- Provide a high level of patient care in a relaxed setting
- Work alongside a small, supportive and experienced team
- Be part of an independent business with a loyal patient base
- GOC registered Optometrist
- Comfortable working across two sites
- Strong communication skills and patient focus
- Enjoy working in a close-knit team environment
Package
- 5 days per week
- 9:00am - 5:30pm working hours (4pm on a Sat)
- No weekends, late nights or bank holidays
- Salary between 50-60K DOE
- Supportive independent practice environment
If you're looking for Optometrist jobs in Durham and want to work in a friendly independent setting with a strong focus on patient care and work-life balance, this could be a great option.
Apply now by sending your CV to Rebecca Wood at Zest Optical using the 'Apply' link.
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First seen
28 September 2026
Last checked
19 October 2026
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