Optical Manager — Lead Team, Patient Care & Clinic Ops

ASDA; Greater London; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading retail healthcare provider in Wallington is seeking a dedicated Optical Manager to oversee the optical department operations. The ideal candidate will manage a team of Optometrists and Optical assistants, ensuring high-quality patient service and compliance. Applicants should be qualified dispensing opticians with strong leadership skills and the ability to coach others. The role includes a competitive salary package and excellent benefits. Join us to make a difference in our customers' lives.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus

Company pension up to 7% matched

15% colleague discount in store and online

Free access to wellbeing services

Professional indemnity insurance

GOC fees paid

Flexible working patterns

Excellent parental leave policies

Responsibilities

• Overseeing and managing the entire operation of the optical department.
• Managing a team of Optometrists and Optical assistants.
• Coaching and developing team members.
• Addressing customer queries efficiently.

Skills

Proven leadership skills in a fast-paced Optics environment

Confident in coaching others

Organised and able to manage your time effectively

Able to provide excellent customer and patient care

Driven and ambitious to ensure the department meets its targets

Education

Fully qualified dispensing optician registered with the GOC

On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD

Job description

A leading retail healthcare provider in Wallington is seeking a dedicated Optical Manager to oversee the optical department operations. The ideal candidate will manage a team of Optometrists and Optical assistants, ensuring high-quality patient service and compliance. Applicants should be qualified dispensing opticians with strong leadership skills and the ability to coach others. The role includes a competitive salary package and excellent benefits. Join us to make a difference in our customers' lives.