Nominations open for the British Blind Sport Awards!
We're proud to support British Blind Sport as they mark five decades of empowering blind and partially sighted individuals through sport and physical activity.
On Thursday 6th November, BBS will host a special 50th Anniversary Awards Ceremony to honour the incredible coaches, volunteers, and changemakers who’ve helped make sport more inclusive.
Know someone who deserves recognition?
Nominations are open across six inspiring categories including the Legacy Award, Volunteer of the Decades, and Future Leader Award.
Nominate by Friday 10th October
Let’s celebrate the people making a difference in the sight loss and sporting communities!
QAC Open Day Dates Announced!
The Queens Alexandra College (QAC) Open Days of the new academic year for potential students and their families/carers are now available:
- Wednesday 17th September at 09:45-12:00
- Tuesday 30th September at 09:45-12:00
These events provide the opportunity to meet staff and students, as well as discover more about our college, programmes, and support services.
Call QAC on 0121 803 5484 to book your visit!
(Please note these are not drop-in sessions).
Join QAC for their Information Days for Professionals!
Join QAC for their Information Days for Professionals!
On this day, you will have the opportunity to meet staff, students and clients and discover more about the range of services offered by our assocuate charity Queen Alexandra College including our 16-25 curriculum, residential and supported living options, community-based services, enterprises and much more.
Date: 20th November
Time: 10am- 2pm
For further information, please call 0121 803 5484 or email info@qac.ac.uk.
Focus Birmingham are hiring!
Focus Birmingham are hiring!
They have a vacancy for Day Service Manager.
Are you passionate about making a real difference in people’s lives? Join the dedicated team at Focus Birmingham as a Day Service Manager - where every day is an opportunity to lead with compassion and impact.
Help them make lives better for people with visual impairments and complex needs.
Ready to take the next step in your career with purpose?
QAC are hiring!

Roles Available:
- Assistant Principal - Therapy (ATPS) - Permanent, Full-Time
- Healthcare Assistant - Full-Time
- Independence Plus Support Worker - Permanent
- Learning Support Manager - Permanent
- Personal Care Assistant - Permanent, Full-Time
- Preparation for Life Tutor - Permanent
- Progress Coach - Permanent, Full-Time
- Sensory Support Assistant - Fixed-Term, Part-Time
- Student Support Officer - Permanent, Full-Time
Apply Here: https://qac.pinpointhq.com/
Good luck!