Visual Rehabilitation Specialist

The Service:

Adult Social Care in Cornwall is changing and we’re looking for passionate professionals to help shape a best-in-class model that puts people first. We’re seeking a dedicated Vision Rehabilitation Specialist to support adults with sight loss. You’ll carry out strength-based assessments, provide expert advice, and work closely with Occupational Therapists and other social care professionals to promote independence and wellbeing.

The Role:

Your key role will be to ensure that people who experience sight loss, their families and communities have the right support in place at the right time and in the right place. The focus of the role will be on promoting safety and independence; preventing, reducing and delaying the need for care and support; by providing advice, information, rehabilitation, equipment and adaptations to promote their wellbeing and independence. You will also have the opportunity to work closely with health partners and primary care networks and be part of a growing community intervention offer that brings together professionals from different disciplines to deliver better outcomes. You’ll have the opportunity to help shape new pathways for the visually impaired. Your focus will be on early intervention—giving people the advice and tools they need to reduce or delay the need for long-term care.

This is a public/customer-facing role, where the statutory English language requirement for public sector workers applies.

This position will be subject to a basic criminal record disclosure check.

Cornwall is one of the best places in the country to live, work and bring up a family. Our location and landscape offer unique opportunities for a healthier, happier way of life. We face the challenges of being a popular destination for holidays and retirement, alongside supporting communities with significant social needs. Cornwall Council is committed to tackling these issues head-on, including through our Net Zero carbon strategy and our work to reduce inequality across the region.

Working Pattern:

This position is for 37 hours (full time), Monday-Friday.

What you’ll need to succeed:

We’re looking for a qualified professional with experience in vision rehabilitation. You’ll be someone who values person-centred care and puts people’s wishes at the heart of decisions. You’ll be a team player who shares knowledge and supports others to grow and is committed to continuous learning and high practice standards.

You will need to hold a qualification recognised by the Rehabilitation Workers Professional Network (RWPN) and be registered or willing to register with RWPN prior to commencing employment.*Hiring managers – please provide details on the essential skills and qualifications for the post, what you are looking for in a candidate

Please read the role profile for the full details of this role attached below in this advert

What you’ll get in return:

What You’ll Get in Return

Cornwall Council’s ambition is to be an employer of choice, a high-performing council, and a learning organisation. We offer a comprehensive reward and benefits package to attract, motivate and support our employees.

We invest in our practitioners, offering career progression and recognition for your commitment and expertise. If you’re passionate about professional development and improving outcomes for the people you support, we’ll provide the opportunities and rewards to match.

Benefits include:

• A competitive starting salary via Green Book, with potential for progression
• Relocation support for eligible applicants
• A tailored induction to meet your learning needs
• Regular case and reflective supervision with a professional Vision Rehabilitation Specialist
• Ambitious new management and leadership
• 26 days paid annual leave per year (rising with service), plus bank holidays
• Flexible working options, including part-time hours and homeworking
• Access to Research in Practice resources
• Payment of your membership with the Rehabilitation Workers Professional Network (RWPN)
• Pension

This is more than just a job – it’s a chance to change lives and grow professionally in a place that values your skills and passion.

Ready to make a difference? Apply now and help shape the future of Adult Social Care in Cornwall.

Additional Information:

Cornwall Council is unable to offer sponsorship or transfer existing sponsorship for this role.

The full role profile is attached here

We recommend saving a copy of this to refer to if you are invited to interview.

For more information or an informal chat about the role please contact Kerrie Edwards - kerrie.edwards@cornwall.gov.uk

Application Process

Please attach a supporting statement to your application, you can add your Education & Qualifications details manually using the application form timeline or you can upload your CV.

Remember to demonstrate why you are suitable against each of the points marked as ‘Application’ on the Role Profile using examples from your experience or transferable skills. This might be through qualifications or descriptive examples from your work / personal experience, which clearly illustrates what you did and the effect it had.

We recognise that you may choose to use AI tools when preparing your application. We ask that any information you include is an accurate reflection of your own skills, knowledge, experience and achievements. You may be asked to discuss the examples and evidence you provide during the selection process.

We may adapt our shortlisting approach where we receive a high volume of applications. Any shortlisting decisions will be based on the information provided in your application and the essential requirements of the role.

Please note that applications cannot be edited after they have been submitted, please contact careers@cornwall.gov.uk if you have any queries or require assistance with your application.

Existing employees must apply using their Cornwall Council email address through the Opportunity Marketplace on Oracle.