optometrist

TN United Kingdom; Chatham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player in retail healthcare is seeking a dedicated Optometrist to join their team. This part-time role offers the opportunity to provide exceptional patient care while collaborating with a qualified Optical Manager. You'll play a crucial role in training and developing new patient services, ensuring the highest standards of clinical and operational excellence. With a commitment to ongoing professional development, this position provides access to a fantastic CPD program and a supportive environment. Join a company that values diversity and inclusion, and take the next step in your optometry career with a comprehensive benefits package.

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

CET package

Flexible working patterns

Excellent parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC.
• Registered performer with NHS area team or health board.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care and support coaching.
• Collaborate with Optical Manager to enhance patient services.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Customer Service

Coaching and Training

Accreditation (MECs/WECs)

CPD Requirements

Education

Optometry Degree

GOC Registration

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Job Title

Optometrist

Location

Gillingham Pier

Employment Type

Part time

Contract Type

Permanent

Shift Pattern

Work Shift: Days

Hours per Week

36

Salary

Competitive salary plus benefits

Category

Optical, Retail Healthcare

Closing Date

28 August 2025

Your Role

At Asda, there is nothing more important than the health and wellbeing of our customers. Our priority is to always put them first by delivering high-quality patient care. Due to our extended service contracts with the NHS, we're committed to delivering a wide range of care for the treatment and monitoring of minor eye conditions. A typical day involves screening patients, coaching and training the wider team, and helping to maintain standards in the department.

At Asda, we are passionate and committed to providing our Optometrists with all the training they need to fulfill their roles and enhance their skills. We offer a fantastic CPD programme and protected time to our Optometrists to complete further accreditations funded by Asda. This ensures you have the full training package to meet the evolving eye care needs of our customers. We are dedicated to developing and supporting you to reach your full potential, with access to in-store, regional, and home office teams for support, whether your query is clinical or service-based.

About You

At Asda, service and creating a memorable customer experience are key. You will use your clinical skills and passion to help achieve this. Working in partnership with an Optical Manager (a qualified Dispensing Optician), you'll play a key role in creating an environment that combines clinical and operational excellence. By collaborating with the wider department team, you will support coaching, training, and developing new patient services to ensure we offer the most current and accessible services to meet customer needs.

You will be:

• A fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC
• Registered performer with your NHS area team or health board
• MECs or WECs accredited (or willing to gain accreditation within 12 months of joining Asda – funded and supported by us)
• On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD
• Able to use your skills and passion for delivering a memorable customer experience
• Passionate about developing new patient services and shaping the department's culture

Apply today by completing an online application.

Everything you'll love

You will also receive 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 various services and activities
• Professional indemnity insurance
• GOC fees paid
• CET package
• Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7-day opening
• Asda Allies Inclusion Networks to promote inclusion and diversity
• Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for fertility treatments

We want all colleagues to bring their best and true selves to work every day. We want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves.