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Shropshire

Optometry jobs in Telford.

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 Telford

What the Telford market looks like.

Telford's Princess Royal Hospital holds women's and children's services for the county alongside planned care, which shapes the specialties most often needing cover. Proximity to the Black Country means Wolverhampton and Stafford assignments are easily commutable.

Major employers in Shropshire

  • —The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust
  • —Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust
  • —Telford and Wrekin Council adult social care
  • —Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin ICB primary care networks

Also covering

Shrewsbury · Wolverhampton · Stafford · Bridgnorth · Newport · Market Drayton

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 Telford, answered.

What optometry jobs are available in Telford?
Actionus advertises locum, contract, bank and permanent optometry roles across Telford and the wider Shropshire 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 Telford?
Major healthcare employers in and around Telford include The Shrewsbury and Telford Hospital NHS Trust, Midlands Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, Telford and Wrekin Council adult social care, Shropshire, Telford and Wrekin ICB primary care networks, 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 Telford?
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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