Apprentice Rehabilitation Officer

Norfolk; Norwich; On-site; GBP 31,000 - 34,000; Full time

Job summary

A county council in Norwich is offering an exciting opportunity for an Apprentice Rehabilitation Officer to complete Vision Rehabilitation training through an apprenticeship. The role involves supporting individuals who are sight impaired, ensuring they can live independent and fulfilling lives. Training will be funded through the Norfolk County Council apprenticeship scheme, and essential entry requirements apply. Candidates must have access to a vehicle for service delivery across the county.

Qualifications

• Must complete Vision Rehabilitation training through an apprenticeship.
• Eligibility for the course via essential entry requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support individuals who are sight impaired to improve their lives.
• Assist with assessment, equipment, rehabilitation, and habilitation.

Education

FdSc Vision Rehabilitation Specialist (Adults)

Job description

Apprentice Rehabilitation Officer | 9618 | permanent contract | 37 hours per week | £31,537 to £33,699 per annum | Grade G | Norwich

An exciting opportunity to join Sensory Support Services has become available in Norfolk.

Sensory Support is a service that supports individuals who are vision and hearing impaired across Norfolk. The service supports with assessment, equipment and rehabilitation and habilitation for people who experience vision and sight loss. Sensory Support is a countywide team so access to a vehicle will be essential.

We are looking to recruit an apprentice who will complete their Vision Rehabilitation training through an apprenticeship at Birmingham City University. Vision Rehabilitation Specialist (Adults) – FdSc.

The course will be funded through the Norfolk County Council apprenticeship scheme and you must be eligible for the course via the essential entry requirements. You will be expected to attend in person for block week teaching through the academic year. Norfolk County Council has an expenses procedure; we can provide more information if needed.

Vision Rehabilitation is a career where you are able to support those who are sight impaired to improve their lives through preventative support. Vision Rehabilitation Officers support individuals who are sight impaired to remain independent living fulfilled lives in their community and their homes.