Gloucestershire

Optometry jobs in Gloucester.

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 Gloucester

What the Gloucester market looks like.

Gloucestershire splits acute services between Gloucester and Cheltenham, so many roles rotate across both sites. A large integrated community and mental health provider adds steady therapy, nursing and social work demand across the Forest of Dean and Cotswolds.

Major employers in Gloucestershire

  • Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
  • Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust
  • Gloucestershire County Council adult social care
  • Wye Valley NHS Trust

Also covering

Cheltenham · Stroud · Tewkesbury · Cirencester · Bristol · Hereford

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 Gloucester, answered.

What optometry jobs are available in Gloucester?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent optometry roles across Gloucester and the wider Gloucestershire 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 Gloucester?
Major healthcare employers in and around Gloucester include Gloucestershire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Gloucestershire Health and Care NHS Foundation Trust, Gloucestershire County Council adult social care, Wye Valley 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 Gloucester?
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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