Actionus

Berkshire

Optometry jobs in Reading.

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 Reading

What the Reading market looks like.

Berkshire's Thames Valley providers compete for staff with London employers, which keeps demand steady across acute, community and mental health services. Fast rail into Paddington means many candidates weigh local assignments against central London work.

Major employers in Berkshire

  • —Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Hampshire Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust

Also covering

Slough · Bracknell · Basingstoke · Wokingham · High Wycombe · Newbury

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 Reading, answered.

What optometry jobs are available in Reading?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent optometry roles across Reading and the wider Berkshire 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 Reading?
Major healthcare employers in and around Reading include Royal Berkshire NHS Foundation Trust, Berkshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, Frimley Health NHS Foundation Trust, Hampshire 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 Reading?
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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