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West Yorkshire

Optometry jobs in Leeds.

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 Leeds

What the Leeds market looks like.

Leeds combines a large teaching hospital group with substantial community and mental health providers, so caseload work sits alongside acute cover. West Yorkshire's compact geography means Bradford, Wakefield and Harrogate roles are commonly worked by candidates living in and around Leeds.

Major employers in West Yorkshire

  • —Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust
  • —Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust
  • —Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Bradford Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Also covering

Bradford · Wakefield · Harrogate · Huddersfield · York · Halifax

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 Leeds, answered.

What optometry jobs are available in Leeds?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent optometry roles across Leeds and the wider West Yorkshire 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 Leeds?
Major healthcare employers in and around Leeds include Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust, Leeds Community Healthcare NHS Trust, Leeds and York Partnership NHS Foundation Trust, Bradford Teaching Hospitals 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 Leeds?
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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