Optical Manager

Asda; Sheffield; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retail healthcare provider in Sheffield is seeking an Optical Manager to oversee operations and ensure high-quality patient service. You will manage a team of Optometrists and Optical Assistants, handle compliance, and coach your team. Ideal candidates are fully qualified dispensing opticians with strong leadership skills and a passion for customer care. Attractive benefits package included.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus

Company pension up to 7% matched

15% colleague discount

Access to wellbeing services

Professional indemnity insurance

GOC fees paid

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Confident in coaching others and providing excellent patient care.
• Proven leadership in a fast-paced optics environment.
• Organized and effective time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the entire optical operation.
• Coach and develop the team of Optometrists and Optical Assistants.
• Handle compliance processes and customer queries.

Skills

Leadership skills

Customer service

Coaching others

Time management

Education

Qualified dispensing optician registered with the GOC

CPD statutory points requirement

Job description

Job Title

Optical Manager

Location

Sheffield

Employment Type

Full time

Contract Type

Permanent

Shift Pattern

Work Shift: Days

Hours per Week

40

Salary

Competitive salary plus benefits

Category

Optical, Retail Healthcare

Closing Date

1 January 2026

Your Role

At Asda nothing is more important to us than the health and wellbeing of our customers and we pride ourselves on providing excellent service and clinical care. Our Optical Managers are key to our success, making sure the team has everything in place that they need to deliver.

Our unique fixed price approach means there's no up‑selling. Single vision glasses are the same price as varifocals, and there are no top‑up costs for anti‑scratch or thinner lenses either, so we don't have to compromise a customer solution because of what someone can afford.

With access to the wider Asda network, you will be supported by our Home Office teams who can offer clinical support and a team of Area Managers who will work alongside you to get the most out of your role every day. You will also be provided with regular business updates and feedback on your performance.

Rota

• Saturday: 09:00 – 18:00
• Monday: 09:00 – 18:00
• Tuesday: 09:00 – 18:00
• Wednesday: 09:00 – 18:00
• Friday: 09:00 – 18:00

About You

Our Optical Managers are key to our success, ensuring the team has everything in place to deliver high‑quality patient service.

You will be responsible for overseeing and managing the entire operation, including managing your team of Optometrists and Optical Assistants, overseeing compliance processes and procedures, reviewing sales forecasting and department targets, and handling customer queries.

You will also manage clinic operations and the shop floor to ensure the department is well equipped for customers' needs.

Working in close partnership with an Optometrist, you will coach and develop your team, so being confident in coaching others will be key to this role. Due to its fast‑paced nature and diverse responsibilities, you will need to be organised and able to manage your time effectively.

You'll be:

• A fully qualified dispensing optician registered with the GOC.
• On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD.
• Confident in coaching others.
• Able to provide excellent customer and patient care.
• Driven and ambitious to ensure the department meets its targets.
• Proven leadership skills in a fast‑paced optics environment.
• Organised and able to manage your time effectively.

Apply today by completing an online application…

Everything you'll love

You will also get an excellent benefits package, including:

• Discretionary company bonus
• Company pension up to 7% matched
• 15% colleague discount in store and online
• Free access to wellbeing services such as Wagestream, 24/7 virtual GP, counselling, health and dental cash plans and a 24/7 employee assistance helpline, alongside discounts across a range of services and activities, from airport parking, enhanced to theme parks and cinemas.
• Your professional indemnity insurance
• GOC fees paid
• CET package
• Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7 days opening
• Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – helping colleagues to make sure everybody is included and that our differences are recognised and celebrated
• Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for those doing fertility treatments.

We want all colleagues to be able to bring their best and true selves to work, every day. Simply put, we want our colleagues to be proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves.