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Your Trusted Partner in Optometry Recruitment 

At HSC Recruitment Solutions, we know that finding the right optical professionals—or the right job—can make all the difference. That’s why our Optical Division is dedicated to matching top-tier optometry talent with fantastic career opportunities across the UK. Whether you're looking to hire the best in the industry or take the next step in your career, we make recruitment simple, efficient, and rewarding.

We work with leading optical companies, independent practices, and specialist clinics, ensuring a seamless, tailored recruitment process that meets your needs.

  • Responsible for conducting eye examinations, diagnosing vision issues, and prescribing corrective lenses. Optometrists typically require a degree in optometry and professional registration to practice.

  • Oversees the daily running of an optical practice, managing staff, handling operations, and ensuring excellent patient care. Experience in management and an understanding of the optical industry are often required.

  • Leads a team of dispensing opticians, ensuring high standards in lens dispensing and customer service. This role requires strong leadership skills and a background in optics.

  • Works with patients to help them select and fit prescription eyewear. A qualification in dispensing optics and registration with the General Optical Council (GOC) is typically required.

     

Optical Roles We Recruit For

At HSC Recruitment Solutions, we work with both optical professionals seeking new opportunities and businesses looking for the best talent. Whether you're an employer searching for a skilled addition to your team or a candidate ready for the next step in your career, we ensure the right match for success.

Permanent & Locum Optical Sector Recruitment

Locum Pharmacy Recruitment

For businesses requiring short-term cover or flexible workforce solutions, we provide access to an extensive network of experienced locum professionals. Locum roles offer optical professionals flexibility in their schedules while allowing businesses to maintain seamless operations during peak periods, staff absences, or business growth.

Permanent Optical Recruitment

We support businesses in finding highly skilled, long-term professionals who bring consistency, expertise, and value to their teams. Permanent placements offer career progression, stability, and the chance for professionals to grow within an organisation. Our recruitment solutions ensure that employers secure dedicated employees who align with their business goals.

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Supporting Optical Professionals & Employers

At HSC Recruitment Solutions, we believe in building strong, long-term relationships that create opportunities for both optical professionals and employers. Whether you're looking for permanent or locum professionals, we provide recruitment solutions tailored to your specific needs.

For Job Seekers
  • Personalised support to find roles that align with your skills and career goals.

  • Access to top employers, from national optical chains to independent practices.

  • Guidance on CVs, interview preparation, and career progression.

For Employers
  • Quick access to skilled optical professionals for permanent and locum positions.

  • A tailored recruitment approach to find candidates who fit your business needs.

  • Dedicated support to streamline the hiring process and secure top talent.

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Latest Job Opportunities

Discover the latest roles in optometry, audiology, and pharmacy.

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