Optometrist – Melrose, Scottish Borders – Up to 60K

April 10, 2026
£60000 - £60000
Urgent

Job Description

Optometrist – Melrose, Scottish Borders Salary: £50,000 – £60,000 DOE Hours: Full time or part time (3-5 days), including most Saturdays with potential flexibility (1 in 4 off) Benefits: Bonus scheme, quarterly pay reviews, 20 days holiday + bank holidays + additional leave, professional fees support (from year two), free parking

Zest Optical Recruitment is working with an independent Opticians in Melrose, Scottish Borders to recruit a full or part time Optometrist.

This is an opportunity to join a well-established, patient-focused practice with a loyal patient base. The practice offers longer test times, a relaxed clinic structure and a focus on quality care.

Optometrist – The Role

Full or part time Optometrist role in Melrose

Independent Opticians with a strong community presence

Single testing clinics with 30-45 minute appointments

Advanced equipment including OCT, DNEye Scanner

Focus on high levels of clinical care and patient experience

Loyal and established patient base

Supportive, close-knit team environment

Opportunity to build long-term patient relationships

Working Hours

3-5 days per week

Including most Saturdays with potential flexibility (1 in 4 off)

9am to 5pm

Salary and Benefits

Salary between £50,000 to £60,000 depending on experience

Bonus scheme (to be discussed at interview)

Quarterly salary reviews linked to performance

20 days holiday plus bank holidays

Additional leave including birthday and Christmas shopping day

Professional fees and CPD/course support (from year two)

Free parking available

Supportive, people-focused working environment

Optometrist – Requirements

GOC registered Optometrist

Right to work in the UK

Strong communication skills and patient-focused approach

Interest in working within an independent practice

Professional, personable and team-focused

To apply for this Optometrist job in Melrose, Scottish Borders, please send your CV to or call for a confidential conversation.

Contact: Rebecca Wood
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