Optical Manager

Asda

Nov 2, 2024

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Mid & Senior Level
Customer Relations
Healthcare

Requirements

A fully qualified dispensing optician registered with the GOC
On track to meet the statutory points requirement for CPD
Confident in coaching others
Commercially aware
Able to provide excellent customer and patient care
Driven and ambitious to ensure the department meets its targets
You'll have proven leadership skills in a fast-paced Optics environment
Organised and able to manage your time effectively
When applying to any of our Optical positions, you must be registered with the General Optical Council (GOC) for the relevant professional role type you have applied for.
Along with this, you’ll be required to have evidence of Right To Work in the UK.
If applying in Wales, we’ll ask you to provide evidence of your WGOS module accreditation & inclusion on the Welsh NHS Administrative List.

Responsibilities

You'll be responsible for overseeing and managing the Optical Department.
With tasks including managing your team of Optometrists and Optical assistants, overseeing compliance processes and procedures, reviewing sales forecasting and department targets whilst also dealing with customer queries, every day is busy and fast paced in an Asda Opticians.
You will also be responsible for clinic management and managing the shop floor process to ensure the department is well equipped for customer's needs.
Working in close partnership with an Optometrist you will also coach and develop your team so being confident in coaching others will be key to this role.
Due to the fast-paced nature of this role and the different responsibilities you will need to be organised and able to manage your time effectively.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Optical Manager.

Where is this job located?

This job is located in Gateshead.

What type of employment is offered for this position?

The employment type offered is full-time.

What is the contract type for this role?

The contract type for this role is permanent.

What are the working hours for this job?

The working hours for this job are 40 hours per week, during the day shift.

What is the salary for the Optical Manager position?

The salary is competitive and comes with benefits.

What is the closing date for applications?

The closing date for applications is 30 December 2024.

What qualifications are required for this role?

You must be a fully qualified dispensing optician registered with the General Optical Council (GOC).

What kind of leadership skills are expected for this position?

Proven leadership skills in a fast-paced optics environment are expected.

Is coaching team members a part of this role?

Yes, coaching and developing your team will be a key responsibility of this position.

What benefits are included with this role?

The benefits package includes a discretionary company bonus, company pension, colleague discount, free parking, professional indemnity insurance, GOC fees paid, CET package, and flexible working patterns.

Do I need to provide evidence of Right to Work in the UK?

Yes, you will need to provide evidence of your Right to Work in the UK.

Will I need any specific accreditation if applying in Wales?

Yes, if applying in Wales, you will need to provide evidence of your WGOS module accreditation and inclusion on the Welsh NHS Administrative List.

Asda

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Retail & Consumer Goods

Industry

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Employees

Mission & Purpose

ASDA is a British supermarket retailer that operates a chain of hypermarkets, supermarkets, and grocery stores in the United Kingdom. The company's primary focus is on providing a wide range of products, including groceries, clothing, electronics, and home goods, to customers at affordable prices. ASDA's ultimate mission revolves around offering value for money, quality products, and convenience to shoppers. As one of the leading retail chains in the UK, ASDA aims to make shopping more accessible and budget-friendly for diverse customer needs. Their purpose is deeply rooted in serving communities by supplying essential goods and fostering a positive shopping experience for customers across the country.