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South West England

Optometry jobs in Bristol.

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 Bristol

What the Bristol market looks like.

Bristol anchors healthcare provision for much of the South West, with two large acute trusts plus significant community and mental health provision. Because the wider region is more rural, assignments in Somerset, Gloucestershire and Wiltshire are often filled from the Bristol and Bath travel area.

Major employers in South West England

  • —University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust
  • —North Bristol NHS Trust
  • —Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust
  • —Sirona care & health

Also covering

Bath · Weston-super-Mare · Gloucester · Taunton · Swindon · Newport

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 Bristol, answered.

What optometry jobs are available in Bristol?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent optometry roles across Bristol and the wider South West England 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 Bristol?
Major healthcare employers in and around Bristol include University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust, North Bristol NHS Trust, Avon and Wiltshire Mental Health Partnership NHS Trust, Sirona care & health, 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 Bristol?
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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