Optometrist
ASDA
BN236JH
Salary
See original advert
Contract
Not specified
Hours
Not specified
Closing date
29 September 2026
29 days left
In plain English
What this job actually involves
As an Optometrist at ASDA, you'll work with customers to check their eyesight, train the team, and help develop new services. You'll work closely with an Optical Manager to create a great customer experience. This role suits someone who is passionate about delivering high-quality patient care and is willing to learn and develop new skills.
What you'll need
- You'll need to be a fully qualified optometrist, registered with the General Optical Council (GOC) and a performer with your NHS area team or health board.
- You'll need to be MECS or WECs accredited (or willing to gain accreditation within 12 months).
- You'll need to be on track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD.
- You'll need to be able to use your skills and passion to deliver a great customer experience.
- You'll need to be passionate about developing new patient services and shaping the department's culture.
How to boost your chances
- Make sure you have a strong understanding of the GOC and NHS requirements for optometrists.
- Highlight your experience and skills in developing new patient services and creating a great customer experience.
- Emphasize your passion for delivering high-quality patient care and your willingness to learn and develop new skills.
- Check the ASDA website for more information on their CPD programme and training opportunities.
- Practice your communication skills, as you'll be working with customers and the wider team.
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Job description
Job Title Optometrist Location Eastbourne Employment Type Full time Contract Type Permanent Shift Pattern Work Shift: Days Hours per Week 40 Salary Competitive salary plus benefits Category Optical, Retail Healthcare Closing Date 2 October 2026
Your RoleAt 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 whilst helping to maintain standards on the department.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.With access to in store, regional and home office teams you are 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
Saturday 9am-6pm
Monday 9am-6pm
Tuesday 9am-6pm
Wednesday 9am-6pm
Friday 9am-6pm Week 2
Tuesday 9am-6pm
Wednesday 9am-6pm Friday 9am-6pmAbout YouAt 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.Working in partnership with an Optical Manager (a qualified Dispensing Optician), you'll play a key part in creating an environment that combines both clinical and operational excellence. By working alongside the wider department team, you will support with coaching, training, and helping to develop new patient services to ensure we are able to offer our customers the most current and accessible services to meet their needs.You'll be:A fully qualified optometrist registered with the GOCA registered performer with your NHS area team or health boardMECs 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 CPDAble to use your skills and passion for the role to deliver a memorable customer experiencePassionate about developing new patient services and shaping the culture of the departmentApply 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 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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First seen
8 August 2026
Last checked
31 August 2026
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