Optometrist

Asda; Fareham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Optometrist to join its dynamic team in Fareham. In this role, you will deliver high-quality patient care, conduct eye examinations, and support the development of new patient services. With a commitment to excellence, you will have access to a fantastic CPD program and protected time for further accreditation. The company values a supportive work environment, ensuring you have the resources and training needed to thrive in your role. If you're passionate about providing exceptional healthcare and creating memorable experiences for customers, this opportunity is perfect for you.

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.
• Willing to gain MECs or WECs accreditation within 12 months.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eye examinations and provide high quality patient care.
• Support training and coaching alongside the Dispensing Optician Manager.

Skills

Optometry

Patient Care

Clinical Skills

Customer Service

Education

GOC Registration

MECs or WECs Accreditation

CPD Compliance

Job description

Job Title

Optometrist

Location

Fareham

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

29 May 2025

“Find your role”

At Asda Opticians, 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 and service.

A typical day will involve completing eye examinations, contact lens and extended service examinations. You will be working alongside our Dispensing Optician Manager to support with training, coaching, and maintaining all our departmental standards.

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 eye conditions and will support you to gain any additional accreditations you may need to deliver these services.

At Asda, we are extremely passionate and committed to providing our Optometrists with all the training they will need to fulfil their role and enhance their skills. Not only do we have a fantastic CPD programme, but we also offer protected time to our Optometrists to complete further accreditations, funded by Asda. This ensures you have the full training package to meet the ever-changing eye care needs of our customers.

With in-store, regional, and home office teams, you will be fully supported in all aspects of your role. Whether your query is clinical or service-based, there is always someone on hand to offer expert advice and support.

“Let's find out about you”

We are seeking a dedicated Optometrist to join our dynamic team, committed to excellence in healthcare. We are looking for a skilled candidate who is eager to contribute to our store's excellent service levels and foster positive relationships within our team and the wider community.

At Asda, it's all about the service and creating a memorable experience for our customers. You will be able to use your clinical skills and passion for your role to help achieve this.

You'll be:

• A fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOC
• A 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 the role to deliver a memorable customer experience
• Passionate about developing new patient services and shaping the culture of the department

When applying to any of our Optical positions, you must be registered with the General Optical Council (GOC) for the relevant professional role type you have applied for. Along with this, you’ll be required to have evidence of Right To Work in the UK.

Within the compliance process, we’ll ask you to provide evidence of being on the NHS performer list for the nation you wish to work in, along with providing 2 clinical references. If applying in Wales, we’ll ask you to provide evidence of your WECS accreditation & WGOS module accreditation.

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 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.