Optometrist

Asda Stores Ltd; Gateshead; On-site; GBP 18,000 - 24,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary bonus

Pension up to 7% matched

15% discount in store and online

GOC fees paid

Flexible working patterns

Job summary

Asda Opticians in Gateshead is seeking a dedicated Optometrist to join the team on a part-time permanent basis. The role involves performing eye examinations, contact lens fittings and extended service assessments, working alongside the Dispensing Optician Manager to uphold standards and provide excellent patient care.

The ideal candidate will be GOC registered, on the NHS performer list, and on track to meet CPD requirements.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the General Optical Council (GOC) for the optometrist role.
• Evidence of Right To Work in the UK and NHS performer list where applicable.
• On track to meet CPD points requirement.
• Willing to obtain WECS/WGOS accreditation if working in Wales.

Responsibilities

• Perform eye examinations, contact lens fittings and extended service examinations.
• Support Dispensing Optician Manager with training, coaching and maintaining departmental standards.
• Deliver NHS extended eye care services and pursue relevant accreditations.

Skills

GOC registration

NHS performer list accreditation

CPD compliance

Customer service focus

Education

GOC registered optometrist

Job description

Job Title Optometrist Location Gateshead Employment Type Part time Contract Type Permanent Shift Pattern Work Shift: Days Hours per Week 8 Salary Competitive salary plus benefits Category Optical, Retail Healthcare Closing Date 2 October 2026

\"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 our colleagues 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 be able 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. It's all about developing and supporting you to reach your full potential. At Asda, we offer a range of professional development programmes. One optional opportunity for our GOC registered professionals is to supervise students — a rewarding way to support the next generation of optical professionals, while also enhancing your own skills and development. 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.

Rota

Week 1: Monday 09:00 - 17:25 (25 minute unpaid lunch) OR 9 - 17:50 (50 minute unpaid lunch)

Week 2: Saturday 09:00 - 17:25 (25 minute unpaid lunch) OR 9 - 17:50 (50 minute unpaid lunch)

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 join us, 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 so you will be able use 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.

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 Stream, 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, enhanced 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.

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