Actionus

Derbyshire

Optometry jobs in Derby.

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 Derby

What the Derby market looks like.

Derby's acute trust spans sites across Derbyshire and into Staffordshire, so travel expectations are set at trust level rather than by hospital. A strong community services provider means a lot of non-acute therapy and nursing work sits outside the main hospitals.

Major employers in Derbyshire

  • —University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation Trust

Also covering

Burton upon Trent · Chesterfield · Nottingham · Ilkeston · Ashbourne · Long Eaton

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 Derby, answered.

What optometry jobs are available in Derby?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent optometry roles across Derby and the wider Derbyshire 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 Derby?
Major healthcare employers in and around Derby include University Hospitals of Derby and Burton NHS Foundation Trust, Derbyshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Derbyshire Community Health Services NHS Foundation Trust, Chesterfield Royal Hospital NHS Foundation 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 Derby?
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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