About the role
We are looking for a creative and resourceful Senior Vision Rehabilitation Specialist (ROVI) to work with us in the Community Prevention and Early Intervention Directorate of the Adult Services and Wellbeing Directorate at Calderdale Council. The Sensory team provides information, advice and support to people with significant sight loss, hearing loss, sight and hearing loss, Deaf BSL users or those who are Deafblind. As a Senior ROVI you will take responsibility for your own professional practice and the development of the Sensory Team. Leadership skills are essential to the role to ensure the sensory team remains committed, connected and engaging with local partners, people with sensory impairment and identified carers.
It is essential that you are a qualified rehabilitation worker, holding one of the profession‑based qualifications available through national training establishments. You should be registered or willing to register with the Rehabilitation Workers Professional Network. We work in partnership with a variety of community‑based organisations, Health and Public Health partners, to enable people to live a fulfilled life. We use strengths‑based practice focussing on positive outcomes and strive to put the person at the heart of assessments.
What we are looking for
* Ability to relate to people – Your role will involve direct face‑to‑face contact with adults with sight loss and dual sensory loss, providing person‑centred rehabilitation support to enhance independence, mobility, confidence and quality of life.
* Leadership – You will promote professional development and wellbeing of individual team members, identify training opportunities through regular supervision and support the Sensory Team’s commitment and engagement with local partners and carers.
* Resourcefulness and creativity – Recognise that formal services are not the only path to outcomes and draw on people’s strengths, wider networks, and local community assets to problem‑solve and meet their requirements.
* Adult Social Care Knowledge – Demonstrate experience and/or knowledge of the impact of sensory loss on daily life, the challenges faced by affected individuals, and a commitment to equal participation in community life.
Why join us
* Team‑based environment – Work as part of a core team with a range of internal and external experienced health and social care professionals, each bringing unique expertise.
* Personal and professional development – Supportive management, monthly supervision, quarterly shared conversations and potential career progression as Senior ROVI.
* Benefits – Generous annual leave, discounted leisure centre membership, discounted public transport, tax‑free bike scheme, salary sacrifice car scheme, credit union, discounted theatre tickets, free legal and financial advice, and many other discounts via local partnerships.
Application details
Closing date: 04‑05‑2026
Interviews: 11‑05‑2026
Apply online. Ensure you cross‑reference the person specification and explain how you meet the criteria within the relevant section. We encourage potential applicants to contact us for an informal and confidential chat with Emma Boothroyd – Operations Manager, Community Prevention and Early Intervention (emma.boothroyd@calderdale.gov.uk). Digital interview methods may be utilised.
Equal opportunity
Calderdale Council embraces the positive benefits of a diverse workforce and is committed to providing an inclusive environment. We encourage applications from people who share our commitment to challenge inequality and promote diversity across Calderdale. We particularly welcome applications from communities that are currently under‑represented in our organisation. All applications are anonymised before being seen by the selection panel. As part of our fair recruitment process, we ask that all applications are written by the candidate. Artificial Intelligence (AI) use is limited, unless it is needed as a reasonable adjustment for a disability. Content should be truthful, accurate, evidence‑based and not embellished – see guidance.
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