Sight-Loss Rehab Instructor: Empower Independence

Hollybank Trustees Ltd; Dublin; On-site; EUR 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working arrangements

Career development

Supportive environment

Job summary

Vision Ireland’s National Training Centre (Dublin) is seeking a Rehabilitation Instructor to provide specialist assessment, training, and support for individuals with sight loss. This role focuses on equipping working-age adults with the essential skills to enhance independence, access employment or education, and improve overall quality of life.

As part of Vision Ireland’s ETA team, the instructor will develop and deliver personalised rehabilitation programmes, ensuring learners can confidently

Qualifications

• Diploma in Rehabilitation Studies (Visual Impairment) or equivalent.
• Experience in teaching, rehabilitation, or disability services.
• Ability to work independently while managing a caseload.
• Familiarity with QQI accreditation and training frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Conduct in-depth functional assessments to evaluate vision loss impact on daily living and employment.
• Develop and implement individualized rehabilitation plans for learners.
• Provide practical skills training to promote independent living, mobility, and workplace readiness.
• Collaborate with families, carers, and employers to support learners.
• Maintain learner progress and outcome reports in line with policies.
• Engage with stakeholders to promote inclusion and access to services.

Skills

MS Word

Outlook

Excel

Assistive Tech

Education

Diploma in Rehabilitation Studies (Visual Impairment)

ACVREP certification

Job description

Vision Ireland’s National Training Centre (Dublin) is seeking a Rehabilitation Instructor to provide specialist assessment, training, and support for individuals with sight loss. This role focuses on equipping working-age adults with the essential skills to enhance independence, access employment or education, and improve overall quality of life.

As part of Vision Ireland’s ETA team, the instructor will develop and deliver personalised rehabilitation programmes, ensuring learners can confidently