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WHO ARE WE? Newmedica is one of the leading providers of NHS-funded ophthalmology services in England. Our Purpose is to make a difference Our Vision is a society where everyone can get access to free or affordable world class treatment for advanced eye conditions without any unnecessary delay or worry Our Mission is to revolutionise the care and treatment for patients facing the prospect of sight loss by creating a new national network of specialist eye clinics that have a seamless link with all optometrists and GPs We provide services for NHS ICBs, NHS Trusts and Foundation Trusts, and other providers of NHS funded services. We deliver over 125,000 patient interactions annually, including outpatient appointments, diagnostic testing and eye surgery. Our services are delivered through a variety of models including Managed Services and Ophthalmology Joint Venture (OJV) Partnerships. What are we offering you? Up to 5% annual bonus. Subject to criteria being met. 200 hours annual leave plus bank holidays (pro rata) Birthday Vouchers A company pension scheme Access to a range of benefits including free eye tests, discounted or free glasses, a free 24/7 well-being/counselling/advice service, discount retail vouchers. An environment where your learning and development is supported through a range of various learning tools and courses. We are committed to ongoing CPD for all colleagues. Working with a friendly multi-disciplinary team passionate about improving the lives of our patients Excellent transport links - located within 1 mile of junction 6 of the M5; Free on-site parking. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Provide general administrative support to the Governance and Administration Teams. Assist with routine governance tasks, such as ensuring documents are kept up to date and stored correctly. Support the logging and basic tracking of incident reports under supervision. Help with the coordination of audits and quality improvement activities, including gathering information and completing simple assigned audits. Assist with preparing agendas and taking notes for meetings, with guidance. Help maintain policies, procedures, and standard operating documents as directed. Support colleagues in monitoring compliance with healthcare standards (e.g., CQC). Assist with collecting and organising data needed for reports on performance, patient safety, and quality. Communicate with clinical and non clinical staff to gather information when required. Support the administration of patient feedback processes, including surveys and basic tracking. Handle confidential information appropriately, following training and guidance. Assist with updating risk registers and recording follow up actions as directed. Carry out general office duties such as booking patients, managing correspondence, filing, and answering queries. Participate in training and complete apprenticeship tasks in line with learning objectives. PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS GCSE Math's and English Grace C or 4+. Strong communication and interpersonal skills written, face to face and over the phone. Demonstrates clear understanding on confidentiality and information governance. Has a clear understanding of equality and diversity, and demonstrates a non judgmental approach. Methodical with excellent attention to detail. Ability to work without close supervision, prioritising and organising own workloads in order to meet specific deadlines. For the full job description or any questions, please contact: STATUS OF THIS DOCUMENT This job description is a guide to the work that you will initially be required to undertake. It may be changed from time to time, in consultation with you, to meet changing circumstances. It does not form part of your contract of employment. CRIMINAL RECORDS DECLARATION Newmedica is exempt from Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and we will ask applicants to disclose details of convictions, irrespective of whether they are spent or not. SAFEGUARDING It is the responsibility of all Newmedica employees and contractors to fully comply with Newmedica's safeguarding policies and procedures. Individuals must ensure that they understand their role in protecting adults and children that may be at risk of abuse.

As an Optometrist at Vision Express, you'll get to work with some world class technology including automated refraction, non-contact tonometry, automated keratometry, fundus camera, visual field analyser, OCT and automated phoropters to name a few. Your passion for optometry, will support our ambition to 'See More, Be More' for our customers, maximising their lifestyle through appropriate eyecare and eyewear solutions. In our stores, you will get to work with some world class technology including Automated refraction, non contact tonometry, automated keratometry, Fundus Camera, Visual Field Analyser, OCT and Automated Phoropters to name a few. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we?We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Experience in testing patients eyes and eyesight whilst providing specialist recommendations on appropriate eyecare or eyewear solutions Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understandable to patients Team work with colleagues across the whole store team The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Anything else you should know? Basic salary up to £79,000 (subject to your experience and location) An additional £4,000 car allowance Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private medical cover for you and your family Life assurance - 4x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts for friends and family Employee Assistant Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support to emotional support and everything in-between Ongoing CPD and personal development opportunities Additional overtime opportunities paid at 80% of the locum rate Access to world leading technology and great working environments Coverage of professional fees such as GOC and ABDO 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash plan, Additional Life cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide ECP community with peer to peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits such as, Gymflex, Dining Cards, Discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days, and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!

As an Optometrist at Vision Express, you'll get to work with some world class technology including automated refraction, non-contact tonometry, automated keratometry, fundus camera, visual field analyser, OCT and automated phoropters to name a few. Your passion for optometry, will support our ambition to 'See More, Be More' for our customers, maximising their lifestyle through appropriate eyecare and eyewear solutions. In our stores, you will get to work with some world class technology including Automated refraction, non contact tonometry, automated keratometry, Fundus Camera, Visual Field Analyser, OCT and Automated Phoropters to name a few. Although the hours of this role are advertised, if this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether this is hours to fit around the school run or you prefer a compressed week - we are open to discussing flexible options with you further. Who are we?We are Vision Express - with over 550 stores across the UK and Ireland, we have something for everyone. Whether you want to work in a busy city centre flagship, a smaller village store or in one of our coastal locations, we're sure we will have the perfect solution for you! Did you know, we are also part of the EssilorLuxottica family? EssilorLuxottica is the global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of lenses, frames and sunglasses! We are home to the most loved and widely-recognised vision care and eyewear brands in the world. Their priority eyewear brands include Ray-Ban, Oakley, Costa, Vogue Eyewear, Persol and Oliver Peoples, complemented by over 20 prestigious licensed brands. Who is the perfect candidate? Experience in testing patients eyes and eyesight whilst providing specialist recommendations on appropriate eyecare or eyewear solutions Great communication and rapport building to translate professional terminology into language understandable to patients Team work with colleagues across the whole store team The ability to work under pressure and handle challenging situations in a fast-paced retail environment Confidence, passion, drive and enthusiasm Anything else you should know? Basic salary up to £69,000 (subject to your experience and location) An additional £4,000 car allowance Sales and performance-based bonus Targeted incentives Competitive pension scheme Private medical cover for you and your family Life assurance - 4x your basic annual salary Free eyewear annually with eligibility from day one of joining us! Opportunities to get involved in the OneSight EssilorLuxottica Foundation Discounts for friends and family Employee Assistant Program offering confidential support and advice on everything from financial support to emotional support and everything in-between Ongoing CPD and personal development opportunities Additional overtime opportunities paid at 80% of the locum rate Access to world leading technology and great working environments Coverage of professional fees such as GOC and ABDO 33 days annual leave - increasing with your length of service, plus the opportunity to buy or sell holiday Flexible health related benefits, such as Health Cash plan, Additional Life cover, Critical Illness cover and Dental Plan Opportunities to join a company wide ECP community with peer to peer knowledge sharing and collaborating through our internal channels Flexible lifestyle benefits such as, Gymflex, Dining Cards, Discounted Travel Insurance, Experience Days, and even discounted bicycles through our Cycle to Work Scheme And so much more!

At Vision Express, we give optometrists the equipment, time, and support to step out with confidence. Backed by the strength of EssilorLuxottica, your career is supported with unparalleled stability, development opportunities, and a clear path to grow. The role: Salary: Up to £65,000 (subject to your experience and location) Car allowance: £4,000 Location: Lewisham Working hours: Part time: 3 days: 23.25 hours - To include a Monday & Saturday. Our Lewisham store has three test rooms, delivering triple testing each day, which are fully equipped with up to date equipment including OCTs, Phoropters and Tonometer's. Set in the vibrant borough of southeast London, In Lewisham Shopping Centre, with excellent transport connections. This modern store has a well-established large team who support two optometrists. Due to growth they are seeking a third resident optometrist to join their dedicated team. What you'll get At Vision Express, we've built rewards that give you more. Depending on the options you choose, your total reward package (for full-time roles) typically includes c.£11,000 in additional benefits on top of your basic salary and car allowance. 33 days' annual leave : Your time outside the test room matters. That's why your annual leave grows with you, rising to 38 days inc. bank holidays. Sales and performance-based bonus : Our bonus scheme rewards your performance, with an on-target bonus of up to £5,040 and the potential for higher rewards when your store achieves beyond expectations. Private medical cover for you and your family : We go the extra mile when it comes to your health. With private medical cover, not just for you, but for your family too. Life assurance : With life assurance worth four times your salary, you can enjoy peace of mind knowing your loved ones are protected, whatever happens. Overtime opportunities : Exclusive to Vision Express, the TG Pool is our network that gives optometrists flexibility to pick up shifts paid at 80% of the locum rate. Share options : When you grow, we grow - and success should be shared. Our colleagues can purchase shares in EssilorLuxottica with additional free shares gifted by us. A pension that plans for your future : Our competitive pension scheme helps you build a secure future, so you can focus on what matters most today. View our full list of benefits Flexible working? Let's talk If this sounds like the role for you, we'd love to hear about your ideal working week. Whether that's alternate days or a compressed week, we are open to discussing flexible options. Who we're looking for You'll be a great fit for this role if you: Are a qualified, GOC registered optometrist Use your clinical expertise to deliver a clear diagnosis that builds patient confidence Enjoy being part of a team - sharing ideas, supporting colleagues, and working together Contribute to the commercial success of the store - focusing on performance, growth, and delivering an outstanding customer experience Bring confidence, passion, and genuine enthusiasm for making a difference to people's lives Why Vision Express? With 590+ stores across the UK, Ireland, and Jersey, we're a leading optical retailer and an innovative med-tech business. Backed by EssilorLuxottica, we're investing in you - your skills, your ambitions, and your future. Please note: The total reward package of up to £11,000 in benefits is dependent on the options you select, your role, the store, and length of service. Not all benefits may be available to all colleagues, and the value of some benefits may vary. TG Pool shifts are paid at 80% of the locum rate for the first shift worked each week. For full details, please get in touch with our recruitment team at