Optometrist

Asda; North East; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading company in retail healthcare seeks a qualified Optometrist for a part-time, permanent position in Benton. The role emphasizes high-quality patient care, professional growth, and teamwork within a supportive environment. Benefits include a discretionary bonus, pension matching, and wellbeing services.

Benefits

Discretionary company bonus

Company pension up to 7% matched

15% colleague discount in store and online

Wellbeing services including Wagestream

Professional indemnity insurance

GOC fees paid

CET package

Flexible working patterns

Qualifications

• Qualified optometrist registered with the GOC.
• CPD points required.
• Passionate about delivering excellent customer service.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality patient care through screening.
• Support team development and innovate patient services.
• Maintain department standards and provide comprehensive training.

Skills

Customer service

Patient care

Team support

Education

GOC registration

NHS performer registration

Job description

Job Title

Optometrist

Location

Benton

Employment Type

Part time

Contract Type

Permanent

Shift Pattern

Work Shift: Days

Hours per Week

32

Salary

Competitive salary plus benefits

Category

Optical, Retail Healthcare

Closing Date

3 October 2025

About the Role

At Asda, the health and wellbeing of our customers is our priority. We are committed to delivering high-quality patient care through our extended NHS service contracts, including screening patients, coaching and training staff, and maintaining department standards. We provide comprehensive training and CPD programs, including protected time and funded accreditations, to support your professional growth. You will have access to support from in-store, regional, and head office teams, ensuring assistance is available for clinical or service-related queries.

About You

You will be a qualified optometrist registered with the GOC, with NHS performer registration or willing to gain accreditation within 12 months. You should meet CPD points requirements, be passionate about delivering excellent customer service, and eager to develop new patient services. Working alongside an Optical Manager, you will help create a clinical and operationally excellent environment, supporting team development and service innovation.

Benefits

• Discretionary company bonus
• Company pension up to 7% matched
• 15% colleague discount in store and online
• Wellbeing services including Wagestream, virtual GP, counselling, and health plans
• Professional indemnity insurance
• GOC fees paid
• CET package
• Flexible working patterns
• Inclusion networks and support policies for parental leave and fertility treatments

We encourage colleagues to bring their true selves to work and be proud of their identity.