Rehabilitation Officer - Deafblind Specialist
London Borough of Islington
About The Role
We are looking for a dedicated and motivated Rehabilitation Officer (Deafblind Specialist) to join our Adult Social Care team in Islington. This is an exciting opportunity to work directly with residents, supporting them to develop practical skills, overcome barriers, and maximise their independence both at home and within their local community.
In this role, you will work with adults who have sensory impairments, carrying out specialist assessments and delivering tailored rehabilitation programmes. You will support people to develop confidence in daily living activities, mobility, communication, and access to their environment. Working closely with colleagues across health, social care, housing, and voluntary sector organisations, you will help ensure residents receive coordinated support that enables them to live fulfilling lives.
What we're looking for
We are keen to hear from applicants who can demonstrate:
- A recognised qualification relevant to Rehabilitation Work and/or Sensory Impairment Services.
- Experience of working with adults with sensory impairments and complex needs.
- Knowledge of relevant legislation, guidance, and best practice within Adult Social Care.
- Strong assessment, problem-solving, and person-centred planning skills.
- The ability to promote independence through rehabilitation and strengths-based approaches.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with residents, carers, and professionals.
- Experience of working effectively within multidisciplinary teams and partnership environments.
- Good organisational skills and the ability to manage a varied workload.
About the team
You will be joining a passionate and supportive team committed to improving outcomes for adults with sensory impairments across Islington. Working alongside social workers, occupational therapists, rehabilitation professionals, and health partners, you will play a key role in helping residents remain independent, connected, and in control of their lives.
The team is focused on delivering high-quality, person-centred services that empower people to achieve their goals and maximise their potential. We pride ourselves on our collaborative culture, professional expertise, and commitment to continuous improvement, ensuring that both residents and staff are supported to thrive.
If you are looking for a rewarding role where your expertise can make a lasting difference, we encourage you to apply. Join us and help shape better outcomes for our residents and communities.
Name and Job Title: Tony Ndebo/ Service Manager
Email: [email protected]
We kindly ask that recruitment agencies do not contact us regarding this vacancy. We are managing the recruitment process internally and will reach out directly should we require external support. Thank you for your understanding.
Working for the team, service and our organisation
Islington is a place rich with diversity and culture. As a council our sense of purpose couldn’t be clearer: we serve. It’s in the logo. We are committed to challenging inequality in the borough and as one of the largest employers we know that to look after the place and the planet, we have to look after our people. Together we can change the future.
We are determined to create a more equal Islington, where everyone who lives here has an equal chance to thrive.
To do this, everyone who works at Islington Council lives by a set of values which guide us in everything that we do: collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering. They spell out ‘CARE’, which is what we think public service is all about.
- Up to 31 days leave per year, increasing to 36 days after five years of local government service
- A range of flexible working arrangements to maintain a healthy work-life balance, as well as a 35-hour working week
- Learning and development opportunities to maximise your potential
- Competitive pay and a commitment to paying all staff the London Living Wage at minimum
- Excellent local government pension scheme
- Cycle to Work scheme and discounted gym memberships
- Local discounts from restaurants, shops, health and beauty therapists, and more!
We maintain a zero-tolerance approach to any unlawful discrimination, harassment, or victimisation on the grounds of any protected characteristics under the 2010 Equality Act, including but not limited to race, disability, sexual orientation, sex, religion and belief, age, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy, and maternity. Any incidents of discrimination will be promptly investigated and addressed in line with our HR policies to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all colleagues.
We use data to identify and address disparities, ensuring that our policies and practices are transparent and impactful in promoting a diverse representation of backgrounds and perspectives at all levels of the organisation. We look at inequality through an intersectional lens, recognising that different aspects of someone’s identity can combine to create unique experiences of discrimination and disadvantage.
We know that advancing diversity and inclusion is a continuous journey, and we must listen to our colleagues and learn where we can further improve. We work closely with our Colleague Forums and Trade Unions, supported by active allies from our Corporate Management Team, to monitor and evaluate our practices, identify barriers, and empower colleagues to promote equality and inclusion in the workplace.
Every one of us has a role to play in making Islington Council a truly inclusive workplace. By living out our CARE (collaborative, ambitious, resourceful, and empowering) values every day and embedding the principles of equality, equity, diversity, and inclusion in our work, we can all actively contribute to empowering people and creating a more equal Islington.
Pre‑Employment Checks
Any offer of employment will be subject to the successful completion of required pre‑employment checks. These may include:
- Proof of address
- Evidence of any name changes (if applicable)
- Right to work in the UK
- Overseas criminal record check (if applicable)
- Satisfactory references
- Occupational Health clearance
- Evidence of professional qualifications or registrations
- DBS check at the appropriate level (if applicable)
