Job Title
Optical Manager
Location
Gloucester
Employment Type
Part time
Contract Type
Permanent
Shift Pattern
Work Shift: Days
Hours per Week
45
Salary
Competitive salary plus benefits
Category
Optical, Retail Healthcare
Closing Date
31 October 2025
Role Overview
At Asda, our focus is on the health and wellbeing of our customers, providing excellent service and clinical care. Our Optical Managers are vital, ensuring the team is equipped to deliver high-quality service. We operate a fixed-price model with no up-selling, ensuring transparency and affordability for customers. Support is provided through our Home Office teams and Area Managers, with regular updates and performance feedback.
Responsibilities
* Manage and oversee the entire optical department operation.
* Lead and develop your team of Optometrists and Optical Assistants.
* Ensure compliance with all relevant processes and procedures.
* Review sales forecasts and department targets.
* Handle customer queries effectively.
* Manage clinic operations and shop floor processes to meet customer needs.
* Coach and develop team members, fostering a high-performance environment.
* Organise and manage time efficiently in a fast-paced setting.
Qualifications & Skills
* Fully qualified Dispensing Optician registered with the GOC.
* Meeting CPD statutory points requirements.
* Confident coaching and leadership skills.
* Excellent customer and patient care abilities.
* Driven and ambitious to meet departmental targets.
* Proven leadership experience in a fast-paced optics environment.
* Organised with effective time management skills.
Benefits
* Discretionary company bonus
* Company pension (up to 7% matched)
* 15% colleague discount
* Wellbeing services including Wagestream, virtual GP, counselling, health and dental plans
* Professional indemnity insurance
* GOC fees paid
* CET package
* Flexible working patterns
* Inclusivity networks
* Enhanced parental leave policies
Application
Apply today by completing an online application.
We value diversity and inclusion, welcoming all qualified candidates.
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