Optical Manager

TN United Kingdom; Taunton; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Optical Manager to oversee operations and a team of Optometrists. This role is crucial for delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring compliance with industry standards. You will lead a fast-paced team, driving performance while providing coaching and support. With a commitment to quality and customer satisfaction, this position offers an excellent benefits package, including a discretionary bonus and flexible working patterns. If you are passionate about optics and leadership, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus

Company pension up to 7% matched

10% colleague discount

Free parking

Professional indemnity insurance

GOC fees paid

CET package

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Registered with the GOC as a Dispensing Optician.
• On track to meet CPD points requirement.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the optical team and operations.
• Ensure high-quality patient service and compliance.

Skills

Leadership Skills

Time Management

Customer Care

Coaching

Organizational Skills

Education

Qualified Dispensing Optician

Job description

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At Asda, nothing is more important to us than the health and wellbeing of our customers. We pride ourselves on providing excellent service and clinical care. Our Optical Managers are key to our success, ensuring the team has everything needed to deliver high-quality service.

Our unique fixed-price approach means no up-selling. Single vision glasses cost the same as varifocals, and there are no extra costs for anti-scratch or thinner lenses. We do not compromise on customer solutions due to affordability.

With access to the wider Asda network, you will be supported by our Home Office teams offering clinical support, and Area Managers who work alongside you to maximize your role's effectiveness. You will also receive regular business updates and performance feedback.

Let's find out about you

Our Optical Managers are vital to our success, ensuring the team delivers high-quality patient service. You will oversee and manage the entire operation, including managing your team of Optometrists and Optical Assistants, overseeing compliance, reviewing sales forecasts, and handling customer queries. Every day is busy and fast-paced in an Asda Opticians.

You will also manage clinic operations and the shop floor to ensure the department meets customer needs. Working closely with an Optometrist, you will coach and develop your team, so confidence in coaching is essential. Due to the role's fast-paced nature and diverse responsibilities, strong organization and time management skills are required.

You will be:

• A fully qualified Dispensing Optician registered with the GOC
• On track to meet the statutory CPD points requirement
• Confident in coaching others
• Able to provide excellent customer and patient care
• Driven and ambitious to meet department targets
• Possessing proven leadership skills in a fast-paced optics environment
• Organized and effective in time management

When applying for any Optical position, you must be registered with the General Optical Council (GOC) for the relevant professional role. You will also need to provide evidence of Right to Work in the UK.

As part of the compliance process, you will be asked to provide evidence of being on the NHS performer list or, in Scotland, the relevant Health Board, along with two clinical references. For Wales, evidence of WECS accreditation and WGOS module accreditation will be required.

Apply today by completing an online application.

The Rewards

You will receive an excellent benefits package, including:

• Discretionary company bonus
• Company pension up to 7% matched
• 10% colleague discount, free parking, and additional rewards
• Professional indemnity insurance
• GOC fees paid
• CET package
• Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7-day opening