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Working at Thomas Pocklington Trust
At Thomas Pocklington Trust, we know that our success is driven by the passion, expertise and dedication of our team members. Our mission is to empower blind and partially sighted individuals to live life on their terms, and it’s our exceptional staff who make this vision a reality. In recognition of their invaluable contributions, we take pride in offering a comprehensive package of rewards and benefits. View our latest roles on this page, alongside Get Set Progress internships hosted by our partners.
Why choose a career with us?
Competitive compensation: We believe in compensating our employees fairly for their hard work and dedication. You can expect a competitive salary that reflects your skills and experience.
Generous leave: We understand the importance of work-life balance which is why we offer a generous annual leave entitlement, along with public holidays.
Secure your future: We contribute 5% of your salary into our pension scheme to help you plan for a secure and comfortable retirement.
Continuous learning: We are committed to helping you grow professionally. We provide excellent opportunities to acquire new and specialist skills, ensuring you stay at the forefront of your career.
Supportive work environment: We take pride in fostering a workplace that is supportive and inclusive. Joining our team means you’ll be part of an organisation that encourages your growth and values your contribution.
Flexibility: As a flexible employer we believe that our staff members are our most valuable asset, and we are committed to retaining the very best workforce. We recognise the importance of offering flexible working arrangements to enable those with caring responsibilities, as well as those whose interests and aspirations impact on their time, to balance work and home lives.
Health and Wellbeing: We offer a CashPlan to all employees to help with everyday costs including: dental, optical, complementary therapies, musculoskeletal conditions. This also includes gym membership discounts, virtual GP appointments, discounts on your shopping and much more.
Commitment to equality and diversity: We are proud to hold the Disability Confident Employer accreditation, demonstrating our commitment to creating an inclusive workplace. We actively seek applications from diverse backgrounds, including those with disabilities or sight loss experience. We guarantee interviews for all disabled applicants who meet minimum criteria. We welcome all qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, race, religion, disability, sexual orientation or marital status.
Current Vacancies
Get Set Progress Internships
Our Get Set Progress internship programme supports visually impaired people to move into sustainable, full time work. We partner with organisations across the UK to create meaningful, paid internship roles and then fill them with talented individuals. If you have any questions related to specific roles please contact the relevant organisation or lead recruitment contact outlined within each roles job description.
Notice to candidates regarding data usage:
Please note that, for vacancies advertised through the Get Set Progress Internship Programme, applicants’ names and email addresses will be shared with Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT). This processing is carried out in accordance with UK GDPR and TPT’s Recruitment Privacy Notice.
This information is used to support the administration and evaluation of the programme, including monitoring participation, verifying eligibility criteria, and, where appropriate, offering information about employment support services to unsuccessful applicants.
Scotland
- Sight Support Intern at Seescape
Role: Sight Support Intern
Department: Across all departments
Reporting to: Elaina Hutchison
Location: Office based: Unit H, Newark Road North, Glenrothes, Scotland, KY7 4NT – (with occasional remote working)
Salary: Based on the Real Living Wage
Contract type: Fixed Term, 9-month contract,
Working times: Monday to Friday 9am to 5pm
Applications close: Thursday 20th August by 17:00
Purpose of the role
The Seescape Internship Programme is a unique opportunity for individuals with visual impairments to gain valuable work experience and contribute to the mission of Seescape, a sight loss charity.
The internship is designed to provide exposure to various aspects of charitable services while fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.
This role has a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the successful applicant be a person who is blind or partially sighted, in line with The Equality Act 2010.
How to apply
Please download the job description and person specification below for more information or visit their website.
TPT GSP Seescape Sight Support Intern JD 2026 (DOCX, 278 KB)
England
Yorkshire and the Humber
- Programme Information Editor Intern at Channel 4
#Role: Programme Information Editor Intern
Department: Content Management
Reporting to: Rob Scott
Location: Hybrid, Channel 4 The Majestic City Square, Leeds LS1 2EF
Office days: 3 days in the office
Salary: Based on the Real Living Wage
Contract type: 37 hours per week, fixed Term, 9-month contract: October 2026 – July 2027
Applications Close: Friday, 14 August by 17:00
Purpose of the role
The role is focused on managing the publication of programme information across the relevant systems, and collating and editing programme information in line with the department’s editorial policy for publication across EPGs, TV listings and streaming platforms for all Channel 4 channels.
This role has a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the successful applicant be a person who is blind or partially sighted, in line with The Equality Act 2010.
How to apply
Please download the job description and person specification below. For more information about Channel 4 visit their website.
GSP Channel 4 Programme Information Intern JD (DOCX, 210 KB)
East Midlands
- Customer Service Intern at Mavis Technologies
Number of Roles: 2
Roles: Customer Support Intern
Department: Customer Support & Sales
Reporting to: David Sikharulidze
Location: Office based with some opportunities for homeworking: Northampton, NN1 1EW
Salary: Based on the Real Living Wage
Contract type: Fixed Term, 9-month contract, Part Time, 20 hours per week
Applications Close: Wednesday 5 August 2026 by 17:00
Purpose of the role
We are seeking 2 motivated and organised Customer Support Interns to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone looking to develop practical experience in customer-facing operations within a fast-moving technology environment. The intern will serve as a key point of contact for customers and prospects, ensuring queries are handled promptly, orders are managed effectively, and customer feedback is channelled back into the business.
This role has a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the successful applicant be a person who is blind or partially sighted, in line with The Equality Act 2010.
How to apply
Please download the job description and person specification below for more information or visit their website.
London
- Administrator Intern at The General Optical Council
Role: Administrator Intern
Department: Various
Reporting to: Joanna Murphy
Location: Hybrid, Canary Wharf, London
Salary: Based on the Real Living Wage
Contract type: Fixed Term, 9-month contract – 37.5 hours per week
Applications Close: Wednesday 12 August 2026 (17.00)
Purpose of the role
To provide flexible administrative and project support across the organisation, helping to ensure the smooth delivery of day-to-day operations and key initiatives.
This role has a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the successful applicant be a person who is blind or partially sighted, in line with The Equality Act 2010.
How to apply
Please download the job description and person specification below for more information or visit their website.
TPT GSP GOC Administrator Intern JD draft 2026 (1) (DOCX, 259 KB)
Remote Roles
- Admin Assistant Intern at Transport For All
Role: Admin Assistant Intern
Department: Cross Department
Reporting to: Ella Lees, Fundraising Manager
Location: Remote
Salary: Based on the Real Living Wage
Contract type: Part time (21 hours per week) Fixed Term, 9-month contract
Applications close: Monday 10th of August at 12:00pm
Purpose of the role
The primary purpose of this role is to support the successful delivery of Transport for All’s administration and organisational coordination activity. The role will support colleagues across the organisation with administrative processes, organisational systems and coordination activities, helping to ensure the smooth running of day-to-day work.
The postholder will gain practical experience in administration, coordination and organisational support within a disabled-led organisation.
This role has a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the successful applicant be a person who is blind or partially sighted, in line with The Equality Act 2010.
How to apply
Please download the job description and person specification below for more information or visit their website.
TPT GSP Transport for All Admin Assistant Intern JD 2026 (DOCX, 206 KB)
- Finance and Operations Intern at Transport For All
Role: Finance and Operations Intern
Department: Finance and Operations
Reporting to: Ella Lees, Fundraising Manager
Location: Remote
Salary: Based on the Real Living Wage
Contract type: Part time (21 hours per week) Fixed Term, 9-month contract
Applications close: Monday 10th of August at 12:00pm
Purpose of the role
The primary purpose of this role is to support the successful delivery of Transport for All’s finance, administration and operational systems and processes. The role will support the organisation to maintain effective financial and operational processes, develop and maintain accessible ways of working, and provide administrative and organisational support across the charity.
The postholder will gain practical experience across charity finance, administration and operations within a disabled-led organisation.
This role has a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the successful applicant be a person who is blind or partially sighted, in line with The Equality Act 2010.
How to apply
Please download the job description and person specification below for more information or visit their website
TPT GSP Transport for All Finance and Operations Intern JD 2026 (DOCX, 205 KB)
- Communications and Press Intern at Transport For All
Role: Communications and Press Intern
Department: Communications
Reporting to: Sam Maher, Senior Comms and Engagement Officer
Location: Remote
Salary: Based on the Real Living Wage
Contract type: Part time (21 hours per week) Fixed Term, 9-month contract
Applications close: Monday 10th of August at 12:00pm
Purpose of the role
The primary purpose of this role is to support the successful delivery of Transport for All’s communications, campaigns and engagement activity.
The role will support the organisation to raise awareness of the barriers disabled people face when travelling, amplify the voices and experiences of disabled people, and engage members, supporters and the wider public through accessible communications.
The postholder will gain practical experience across communications, media, engagement and campaigning within a disabled-led organisation.
This role has a Genuine Occupational Requirement that the successful applicant be a person who is blind or partially sighted, in line with The Equality Act 2010.
How to apply
Please download the job description and person specification below for more information or visit their website
TPT GSP Transport for All Comms and Press Intern JD 2026 (DOCX, 206 KB)