Advisory Teacher for Children and Young Visual Impairment

Make a difference to every child’s future.

Dorset Council is seeking a passionate and skilled Advisory Teacher for Children and Young People with Visual Impairment (CYP VI) to join our specialist Vision Support Service.

This is a rewarding opportunity to work in a peripatetic role, supporting children and young people from early diagnosis through to post-16, helping them achieve independence, inclusion, and success in education and beyond.

You will work collaboratively with schools, families, and multi-agency professionals, providing specialist advice, teaching, and support to ensure the best outcomes for children with visual impairment.

You will:

• manage a caseload of children and young people with visual impairment, including those with complex additional needs
• provide specialist teaching, advice and training to schools, SENCOs, and support staff
• support families, including those with children below statutory school age
• carry out functional vision and learning media assessments
• develop and monitor individual support programmes and outcomes
• advise on and support the use of specialist equipment and assistive technology
• teach braille and promote access to the expanded core curriculum
• work closely with education, health, and social care professionals
• contribute to training, awareness raising, and workforce development

This role involves travel across Dorset and working in a range of environments including schools, homes, and community settings.

You must have:

• qualified Teacher Status (QTS)
• mandatory Qualification in Visual Impairment (or willingness to train)
• experience working with children and young people with visual impairment
• the ability to teach braille
• a strong knowledge of eye conditions and their educational impact
• understanding of assessment, monitoring, and evidence-based interventions
• excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• commitment to inclusive education
• full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle

• be part of a highly regarded specialist team
• work in a role with real impact on children’s lives
• access to ongoing professional development and training
• opportunity to shape inclusive practice across Dorset

If you are a dedicated professional with a passion for supporting children with visual impairment, we would love to hear from you.