Description Make a life changing decision – Join Cornwall Council as a Vision Rehabilitation Specialist The Service & Team Adult Social Care in Cornwall is transforming and we’re looking for passionate professionals to help shape a best-in-class model that puts people first. The Independent and Wellbeing Service, based in West Cornwall, is seeking a dedicated Vision Rehabilitation Specialist to support adults with sight loss. As part of our wider integrated therapy team, you’ll work alongside Occupational Therapists, Social Care Practitioners and other professionals who collaborate to deliver holistic, person-centred support. The Role Your role is to make sure people with sight loss, and their families, get the right help at the right time. You’ll carry out strengths-based assessments, offer tailored advice, and teach daily living and mobility skills that enable people to stay safe, confident and independent. You will work with health partners, primary care networks and community organisations as part of Cornwall’s expanding community intervention offer. You’ll also help shape new pathways and approaches for people with visual impairment, with a strong focus on early intervention and preventative support. This is a meaningful and rewarding role where your expertise will have a direct, positive impact on people’s lives. Working Pattern We have one full time position (37 hours), Monday–Friday, 08:45–17:15. Flexible working patterns can be discussed to support work–life balance. What You’ll Need to Succeed You must hold a qualification recognised by the Rehabilitation Workers Professional Network (RWPN) and be registered — or willing to register — before starting. We’re looking for someone who: Has experience in vision rehabilitation Values person centred, strengths-based practice Puts people’s wishes at the heart of decisions Works well with others and shares knowledge Is committed to ongoing learning and high quality practice This is a public/customer-facing role, where the statutory English language requirement for public sector workers applies. This position will be subject to an enhanced criminal record disclosure check. Please read the role profile for the full details of this role attached below in this advert What you’ll get in return: We recognise Vision Rehabilitation Specialists as a highly skilled and valued profession — and we invest in you. ✔ Strong professional support Regular external clinical supervision from an experienced VRS Supportive internal line management supervision Access to regular professional network meetings, reflective groups and multidisciplinary forums ✔ Excellent learning and development Protected CPD time Specialist sensory and assistive technology training Access to Research in Practice RWPN membership paid for Opportunities to attend conferences and advanced training ✔ Part of a supportive therapy team Work within an integrated therapy environment alongside OTs, Social Workers, and community staff — all focused on shared outcomes. ✔ A council that invests in you 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. In recognition of the vital contribution you make, we offer an attractive package of benefits including: A competitive starting salary via Green Book, with potential for progression Relocation support for eligible applicants A generous Local Government Pension Scheme A tailored induction to meet your learning needs 26 days paid annual leave per year (rising with service), plus bank holidays Flexible working options, including part-time hours and homeworking The stability and progression opportunities of a large local authority 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 visa 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 an interview. For more information or an informal chat about the role please contact clare.clements@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. Guidance on how to complete your application can be found here – The application process. 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.