Actionus

East Sussex

Optometry jobs in Brighton.

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 Brighton

What the Brighton market looks like.

Sussex services are consolidated across a large acute group plus separate community and mental health trusts, with sites strung along the coast. Rail links make Worthing, Haywards Heath and Crawley practical, and some candidates split work between Sussex and South London.

Major employers in East Sussex

  • —University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust
  • —East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust

Also covering

Hove · Worthing · Eastbourne · Haywards Heath · Crawley · Lewes

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

Questions

Optometry work in Brighton, answered.

What optometry jobs are available in Brighton?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent optometry roles across Brighton and the wider East Sussex 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 Brighton?
Major healthcare employers in and around Brighton include University Hospitals Sussex NHS Foundation Trust, Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Sussex Community NHS Foundation Trust, East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust, 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 Brighton?
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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