Optometrist

Asda Stores Ltd; Chester; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 36,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in optical retail healthcare is seeking an Optometrist to deliver high-quality patient care. You will screen patients, coach staff, and help maintain the standards in your department while benefiting from comprehensive training and an excellent 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

Inclusion networks

Parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Membre enregistré avec GOCA et performing NHS area team.
• Accrédité MECs ou WECs (ou prêt à l'obtenir dans les 12 mois).
• Capacité à former et à coacher.

Responsibilities

• Screening patients and maintaining departmental standards.
• Coaching and training the wider team.
• Developing patient services.

Skills

Patient care

Coaching and training

Development of patient services

Education

Fully qualified optometrist

Registered with GOCA

Job description

Time left to apply: End Date: October 4, 2025 (30+ days left to apply)

Job requisition id: R-060695

Job Title

Optometrist

Location

Chester Greyhound Rd

Employment Type

Part time

Contract Type

Permanent

Shift Pattern

Work Shift: Days

Hours per Week

24

Salary

Competitive salary plus benefits

Category

Optical, Retail Healthcare

Closing Date

3 October 2025

About the 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 will involve screening patients, coaching and training the wider team, and helping to maintain standards in the department.

We are passionate about providing our Optometrists with comprehensive training to fulfill their roles and enhance their skills. We offer a fantastic CPD program, protected time for further accreditations funded by Asda, and full support from in-store, regional, and home office teams for clinical and service queries.

About You

You will be a fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOCA, registered performer with your NHS area team or health board, MECs or WECs accredited (or willing to gain accreditation within 12 months of joining), and on track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD. You should be passionate about developing new patient services and shaping the department's culture.

You will work in partnership with an Optical Manager, support coaching and training, and help develop accessible services to meet customer needs.

Benefits

You will 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, virtual GP, counselling, health and dental plans, and more
• Professional indemnity insurance
• GOC fees paid
• CET package
• Flexible working patterns
• Inclusion networks and parental leave policies

We encourage colleagues to bring their best and true selves to work, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone is valued.