We currently have several Trainee Habilitation Specialist vacancies advertised across the United Kingdom.
As a Trainee Habilitation Specialist, you will contribute, as a full-time member of staff within a designated region, whilst successfully completing all elements of the 2-year Graduate Diploma in Habilitation and Disabilities of Sight (Children and Young People).
On the job training will be provided by Guide Dogs as part of the role of Trainee Habilitation Specialist. Off the job training will be covered by the University course delivered by University College London (UCL).
More information on the course can be found here: https://www.ucl.ac.uk/ioe/courses/graduate-taught/habilitation-disabilities-sight-children-young-people-graddip-specialist
Note: Guide Dogs will pay the tuition fees as part of the position of Trainee Habilitation Specialist.
The ideal candidate will:
- Be familiar with working with children and young people and a proven ability to establish effective working relationships with them and their parents or carers.
- Be committed to multi-agency working and can demonstrate a strong ability to liaise effectively with other professionals / agencies.
- Have access to a car or alternative suitable transport arrangements.
For the complete list of essential and desirable criteria necessary to be successful in this role please review the Job Description and candidate pack available on our careers page: https://guidedogs-career.talent-soft.com/accueil.aspx?LCID=2057
How to apply
Applications need to be made via our careers page: https://guidedogs-career.talent-soft.com/accueil.aspx?LCID=2057
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: From £22,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company pension
- Cycle to work scheme
- Employee discount
- Sick pay
Schedule:
Work Location: In person
Application deadline: 22/08/2026
Expected start date: 01/09/2026
