Optometrist
Hakim Group
Optometrist
Hakim Group
Back-office services for independent eye care
Full-Time Optometrist Opportunity at Walsh & Bridle Opticians
Are you an Optometrist seeking an opportunity to provide exceptional eye care in a beautiful coastal town? Maybe you are considering a relocation opportunity? Join Walsh & Bridle Opticians, a well-established practice in Bognor Regis, West Sussex.
At Walsh & Bridle Opticians, we've been serving the community since 1981, offering high-quality eye tests, contact lens assessments, and personalised care. Conveniently located in the town centre, our practice attracts loyal clients not only from local areas in West Sussex but also from as far abroad as France and New Zealand. Our commitment to individualised eye care is evident in our relaxed environment and dedication to discussing the best solutions for our patients' eyes.
As a full-time Optometrist at Walsh & Bridle Opticians, you will:
Perform comprehensive 30–50 minute eye tests and contact lens assessments with standard equipment including OCT, Fundus camera, and digital testing screens.
Utilise expertise in contact lenses, including RGPs and Ortho-K.
Manage a high volume of paediatric patients, bringing a genuine passion for children's eyecare.
Apply strong commercial awareness while ensuring patient care remains the top priority.
Collaborate with a team of 5 in a relaxed, welcoming 2-consulting-room practice.
Occasionally cover our practice in nearby East Wittering as required.
Who We’re Looking For:
Experienced Optometrist with full registration and GOC licensing (this role suits a highly experienced clinician).
Advanced skills in contact lenses (RGPs and Ortho-K).
Strong clinical background with a focus on paediatric eyecare.
Solid commercial understanding balanced with excellent patient rapport.
Willingness to work 3 out of 4 Saturdays a month.
What We Offer:
Competitive salary and benefits package, including Sight and Sound benefits.
Pathway for potential partnership down the line for the right candidate.
Relocation support available.
The chance to work in a long-established coastal practice with deep ties to the local community.
Additional Information:
Testing times: 30 to 50 minutes
Practice setup: 2 consulting rooms, team of 5
Equipment: OCT, Fundus camera, digital testing screens
Working pattern: Full-time, including 3 in 4 Saturdays
Locations: Primary role based at Walsh & Bridle, with occasional cover at East Wittering
Our local community is core to who we are, and we see the impact of our work every day. If you're an experienced Optometrist looking for a long-term role with eventual partnership potential, we’d love to hear from you.
Click apply below and we will ensure you are contacted as soon as possible by one of our team.
Back-office services for independent eye care
Hakim Group is the largest network of independent opticians and audiologists in the UK and Ireland. It uses a joint venture model that acquires a majority stake in practices while the original owners keep a minority share and continue to manage, letting each practice keep its brand and community focus. The group provides centralized back-office support—procurement, finance, accounting, IT, technical support, HR, and training—so clinicians can concentrate on eye and hearing care, with revenue coming from these shared services. Its goal is to grow its network, scale its support platform, and improve efficiency and patient care across the optical and audiology sectors.
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