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Job Title


Optometrist


Company : Asda Stores Ltd


Location : Barking, England


Created : 2025-08-10


Job Type : Full Time


Job Description

Social network you want to login/join with: 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 involves screening patients, coaching and training the wider team, and helping to maintain standards in the department. At Asda, we are passionate and committed to providing our Optometrists with all the training they need to fulfill their roles and enhance their skills. We offer a comprehensive CPD programme, protected time for further accreditation funded by Asda, and a full training package to meet the evolving eye care needs of our customers. Our goal is to develop and support 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-related, there is always someone available to offer expert advice and support. About YouAt Asda, service and creating a memorable customer experience are key. You will use your clinical skills and passion to help achieve this. Working alongside an Optical Manager (a qualified Dispensing Optician), you'll contribute to creating an environment that combines clinical and operational excellence. By collaborating with the wider department team, you will support coaching, training, and developing new patient services to offer the most current and accessible services to meet customer needs. You will 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 to deliver a memorable customer experience Passionate about developing new patient services and shaping the department's culture Apply today by completing an online application. Everything you'll loveYou will also receive 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 various services and activities, from airport parking to theme parks and cinemas Your professional indemnity insurance Flexible working patterns in accordance with 7-day opening Asda Allies Inclusion Networks – supporting colleagues to ensure inclusivity and celebrate differences Excellent parental leave policies, including maternity & adoption leave, paternity leave, shared parental leave, neonatal care leave, and support for fertility treatments We encourage all colleagues to bring their best and authentic selves to work every day. We want our colleagues to be Proud to be Asda and proud to be themselves.#J-18808-Ljbffr