Actionus

Somerset

Optometry jobs in Bath.

Hospital eye services and community optometry both carry long waits, and extended roles in glaucoma, medical retina and cataract pathways have widened demand. Actionus places GOC-registered optometrists into locum, contract and permanent roles across NHS ophthalmology, community services and independent practice.

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Hiring in Bath

What the Bath market looks like.

Bath's acute trust draws from Somerset and west Wiltshire as well as the city itself, and the RNHRD legacy keeps specialist rheumatology and rehabilitation work in the mix. Bristol is close enough that many candidates hold assignments in both systems.

Major employers in Somerset

  • —Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust
  • —HCRG Care Group (Bath and North East Somerset)
  • —Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust
  • —Bath and North East Somerset Council adult social care

Also covering

Bristol · Trowbridge · Chippenham · Frome · Radstock · Keynsham

Typical settings

  • Hospital eye services
  • Community optometry practices
  • Independent ophthalmology providers
  • Community diagnostic hubs

Common specialities

  • Glaucoma
  • Medical retina
  • Cataract pathways
  • Paediatric optometry
  • Low vision
  • Contact lenses

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Questions

Optometry work in Bath, answered.

What optometry jobs are available in Bath?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent optometry roles across Bath and the wider Somerset area, including hospital eye services, community optometry practices, independent ophthalmology providers. Live vacancies are listed on this page and updated as they are released.
Which employers hire optometrists in Bath?
Major healthcare employers in and around Bath include Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust, HCRG Care Group (Bath and North East Somerset), Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust, Bath and North East Somerset Council adult social care, alongside independent providers, local authority teams and primary care networks.
What registration do I need to work as a optometry professional through Actionus?
You will need current registration with the relevant UK regulator, an enhanced DBS, right-to-work documents and satisfactory references. Our compliance team confirms exactly what is required for each assignment before you start.
How quickly can I start a locum assignment in Bath?
If your compliance file is already complete, short-notice cover can often start within days. If you are new to Actionus, register first and we will build your file while we match you to suitable roles.
How do I get paid for temporary work?
Temporary and locum workers submit hours weekly through the Actionus online timesheet portal. Once your authoriser approves the timesheet, payment is processed through PAYE, umbrella or your limited company, depending on the payment method agreed on your assignment.

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