Rehabilitation Instructor – Sight Loss Specialist

About the role

Vision Ireland’s National Training Centre is looking for a Rehabilitation Instructor to deliver specialist assessment, training and support for working‑age adults with sight loss. The role aims to enhance independence, facilitate access to employment or education, and improve overall quality of life.

Key responsibilities

• Conduct functional assessments to determine the impact of vision loss on daily living and work.
• Develop and implement personalised rehabilitation plans covering independent living, mobility and workplace readiness.
• Teach strategies to maximise residual vision and use compensatory techniques for reading, writing and communication.
• Introduce and train learners on assistive technologies such as screen readers, magnification tools, Braille and alternative formats.
• Provide orientation and mobility training, including electronic travel aids and GPS applications.
• Support learners in employment and education access, including workplace adjustments and interview preparation.
• Offer emotional support and empowerment coaching, liaising with families, carers and employers.
• Maintain accurate records, ensure compliance with Vision Ireland policies and accreditation requirements.

Required profile

• Experience delivering rehabilitation programmes for individuals with sight loss.
• Ability to conduct detailed functional assessments and design tailored training plans.
• Strong collaborative skills to work within a multidisciplinary team and with external stakeholders.
• Excellent communication skills for engaging learners, families and employers.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality, safeguarding and health‑and‑safety standards.

Required skills

• Screen readers
• Magnification tools
• Braille
• Alternative formats
• Electronic travel aids
• GPS applications