Job Title
Optometrist – Part Time
Location
Park Royal New
Employment Type
Part time
Contract Type
Permanent
Shift Pattern
Work Shift: Days
Hours per Week
32
Salary
Competitive salary plus benefits
Closing Date
3 September 2026
Overview
At Asda Opticians, the health and wellbeing of our customers is paramount. We are committed to delivering high‑quality patient care and service, and we recognise that an optometrist plays a central role in meeting these standards.
Responsibilities
As a part‑time optometrist you will:– Conduct eye examinations, contact‑lens fittings, and extended service examinations.– Work closely with the Dispensing Optician Manager to provide training, coaching, and support for departmental standards.– Deliver a range of care under our NHS extended‑service contracts, including the treatment and monitoring of eye conditions.– Support clinical and service‑based queries from store, regional and home‑office teams, ensuring expert advice is always available.
Qualifications
- Fully qualified optometrist registered with the General Optical Council (GOC).
- Registered performer with your NHS area team or health board.
- MECs or WECs accredited, or willing to gain accreditation within 12 months of joining (funded and supported by Asda).
- On track to meet statutory CPD points requirement.
- Willingness to participate in optional supervision of students for GOC‑registered professionals.
Compliance Requirements
Applicants must provide evidence of Right to Work in the UK, NHS performer list status for the intended nation, and two clinical references. Welsh applicants must also prove WECS accreditation and WGOS module completion.
Benefits
- 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 an employee assistance helpline.
- Professional indemnity insurance and GOC fee sponsorship.
- CET package.
- Flexible working patterns in accordance with a 7‑day opening schedule.
- Asda Allies Inclusion Networks supporting diversity and inclusion.
- Excellent parental leave policies including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and fertility treatment support.
Our Culture
We pride ourselves on being an inclusive environment where colleagues can bring their best and true selves to work. Our focus is on professional development, protected time for accreditation, a robust CPD programme, and opportunities to supervised students, ensuring you can reach your full potential.
Rota Example
Week 1: Saturday 09:00‑18:00, Tuesday 09:00‑18:00, Wednesday 09:00‑18:00, Thursday 09:00‑18:00, Friday 09:00‑18:00Week 2: Tuesday 09:00‑18:00, Wednesday 09:00‑18:00, Thursday 09:00‑18:00
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