Optical Colleague
About this role
Job Advertisement: Optical Colleague
Position: Optical Colleague
Location: 80 Milngavie Road, Glasgow, Dunbartonshire, United Kingdom, G61 2TX
Employment Type: Part-Time (Permanent)
Hours: 16 hours per week (Afternoon shifts; flexibility for late and weekend working required)
Pay Rate: £13.10 per hour
Closing Date: 17 September 2026
Job Reference Code: R-104952
About the Role
As an Optical Colleague at Asda Glasgow (Milngavie Road), you’ll be at the heart of our popular in-store opticians, delivering warmth, friendliness, and exceptional patient care. You'll be responsible for preparing patients for eye exams, completing pre-screening, booking appointments, dispensing spectacles and contact lenses, and handling repairs and adjustments.
Please note that candidates must be over the age of 18 and successfully pass an enhanced safeguarding check. At Bridge Staffing Agency, we are proud to support you every step of the way as you step into this rewarding healthcare role, complete with dedicated training (such as the Asda Optical Step In programme or Level 3 Optical Assistant Apprenticeship) and career progression opportunities!
What We Are Looking For
Friendly & Organised: Naturally friendly, highly organised, and passionate about giving customers a great healthcare experience.
Customer & Healthcare Focused: Confident and relaxed about discussing ocular health, solving problems, and communicating well with customers.
Skilled & Detail-Oriented: Good computer skills, attention to detail, confidence working with numbers, and a willingness to learn.
Flexible: Willing to work a range of afternoon shifts, including late working and weekends.
What You'll Love (Benefits)
Competitive Pay: £13.10 per hour with guaranteed weekly contracted hours.
Colleague Discount: 15% off your shopping at Asda (including groceries and George) from day one for you and a nominated user.
Financial Wellbeing: Access to Stream for flexible pay tracking, financial coaching, exclusive savings, and mortgage advice through the Mortgage Advice Bureau.
Comprehensive Healthcare: Free 24/7 virtual GP service for you and your family, free eye tests, 8 free physiotherapy sessions per year, and mental health/cancer support.
Additional Perks: Company pension, cycle to work scheme, paid time off, and a confidential support helpline.