Locum Rehab Occupational Therapy Assistant

Visual Impairment Rehabilitation Officer

Brief Job Overview

Tripod Partners are recruiting a Visual Impairment Rehabilitation Officer for a locum opportunity within North London Social Services. Based with Enfield Council, this role offers the opportunity to support adults with visual impairments to maximise their independence, confidence, and quality of life through specialist rehabilitation and person-centred interventions.

Working as part of Adult Social Care, you will assess the needs of people living with sight loss and develop tailored rehabilitation programmes that enable them to carry out daily activities safely, remain independent within their homes and communities, and access the services they need.

Key Responsibilities

• Undertake specialist assessments for adults with visual impairments to identify rehabilitation needs.
• Develop and implement person-centred rehabilitation programmes that promote independence and wellbeing.
• Provide mobility, orientation, and independent living skills training to individuals with sight loss.
• Assess and recommend specialist equipment, low vision aids, and assistive technology where appropriate.
• Provide advice and support to service users, families, carers, and partner agencies.
• Complete risk assessments and develop strategies to promote safe independent living.
• Work collaboratively with Occupational Therapists, Social Workers, health professionals, voluntary organisations, and sensory services.
• Support individuals to access community resources and maintain social inclusion.
• Maintain accurate case records and professional documentation in line with organisational policies and professional standards.
• Contribute to safeguarding, prevention, and early intervention initiatives within Adult Social Care.

About You

You will be an experienced Visual Impairment Rehabilitation Officer with a passion for enabling people with sight loss to achieve greater independence and improved quality of life. You will have excellent assessment, communication, and problem-solving skills and enjoy working within a multidisciplinary environment.

You will be committed to delivering strengths-based, person-centred support and building positive relationships with service users, carers, and partner organisations.

Requirements

• Recognised qualification in Visual Impairment Rehabilitation or an equivalent professional qualification.
• Experience working with adults with visual impairments.
• Knowledge of rehabilitation techniques, mobility training, and independent living skills.
• Experience assessing for specialist equipment and assistive technology.
• Strong understanding of person-centred and strengths-based practice.
• Excellent communication, assessment, and case management skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.
• Knowledge of relevant legislation, safeguarding, and Adult Social Care practice.

Contract & Salary

• Role: Visual Impairment Rehabilitation Officer
• Sector: North London Social Services
• Contract Type: Locum
• Contract Length: Ongoing
• Salary: Negotiable
• Location: Enfield Council
• Reference Code: U. RQ1748691. 026006.XNEW

How to Apply

If you are an experienced Visual Impairment Rehabilitation Officer looking for your next locum opportunity within Adult Social Care, Tripod Partners would love to hear from you.

To apply for this Visual Impairment Rehabilitation Officer role, apply using the form on the page.

Code:  U. RQ1748691. 026006.B20517