Work
Our employment service provides specialist support and advice to help blind and partially sighted people find employment, start their own business or stay in their jobs if they are losing their sight.
Employment advice
We offer advice about retaining employment, and skills development. We can also offer a personal assessment and advice on presenting your disability positively.
Self-employment advice
We have information and advice for blind and partially sighted people about becoming self-employed. We also provide support for existing businesses.
Career advice
We have career advice for those who are unsure of what to do next. We can offer advice and guidance on using your skills and developing new ones for your chosen career.
Social enterprise
We aim to provide work experience opportunities for blind and partially sighted people within social enterprises.
Mohammed's story
Listen to Mohammed tell his story and how Action helped him with employment.
Employer awards - See the Capability, Not the Disability
Nominate your employer for Action's award, recognising good practice in employing people with sight loss.
Where to get help
If you need advice about employment then please contact your local Action team and they will put you in touch with someone who can help.
Contact your local Action team
Resources
A range of employment resources are also available including advice on searching for employment, workplace issues and careers.
Further Reading
- Community pages
- The Human Rights Model of Ability
- Resource pages
- Working life resources
- Where to get help
