The words “Build skills for work and creativity” are highlighted on the top left. Further text reads: “Cobbling Words Together with Sarah. Creative writing for blind and partially sighted people. April 29, 6-7pm, Register now!” With a right pointing arrow. An image of Sarah is on the bottom right, she is smiling at the camera, wearing a red t-shirt and has shoulder-length brown hair. The TPT logo is on the top right

What does poetry have to do with employment? More than you think. Join Sarah Cobb, Wednesday 29 April, 6–7pm, for a relaxed workshop on creative writing and work. Build your own poems, no experience needed. Part of Cobbling Words Together. Book: https://tinyurl.com/45j3y5bw

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Yellow background with dark blue text. Text reads "Celebrating one year of partnership. Supporting learners with a vision impairment". The guide dogs logo and TPT logo are on the bottom.

Supporting a blind or partially sighted child in education? what help exists makes a huge difference. In partnership with Guide Dogs, we’ve created new resources for parents and carers, from primary to college. Explore the guides:
https://tinyurl.com/2uwznmpc

Text reads: "WORKING WELL WITH SIGHT LOSS RESIDENTIAL COURSE Boost your employment prospects. June 17 - 19 2026. Pocklington Hub, London. Applications now open". The TPT logo is on the top left. An image of two women sat at a desk is on the right.

Applications are now open for Working Well With Sight Loss residential (17–19 June 2026, London). Free 3-day course for blind/partially sighted people aiming for work: assistive tech, job search & interviews. Travel, accommodation & meals covered. Deadline 4 May.https://tinyurl.com/4v6dm5v7

Text reads: "Blind and partially sighted voices belong in local decisions. Register. Prepare. Vote on 7 May." The TPT logo is on the bottom left and there is a black X towards the top right.

Remember, Local elections in England are on Thursday 7 May. If you’re blind or partially sighted, your vote helps shape things like street design, transport and rehab services.
Register by 20 April.
Postal vote by 21 April.
Proxy or free voter ID by 28 April.
Register: www.gov.uk/register-to-vote

"Get Set Progress internship" is highlighted. Text reads: "Let's create a more diverse and accessible workforce, together! Sign up for our webinar. 29 April, 12:00pm - 13:30pm". The TPT logo is on the top left. An image of a women smiling is on the top right, she is dressed professionally and has braided hair.

Employers: discover the Get Set Progress internship programme at our 29 April webinar (12:00–13:30). Hear directly from interns and RNIB’s Visibly Better Employer team, learn the benefits of the internship, and ask questions. Register: https://tinyurl.com/ycytj6uc

The words “Build skills for work and creativity” are highlighted on the top left. Further text reads: “Cobbling Words Together with Sarah. Creative writing for blind and partially sighted people. Wednesday 15 April, 3 - 4pm, Register now!” With a right pointing arrow. An image of Sarah is on the bottom right, she is smiling at the camera, wearing a red t-shirt and has shoulder-length brown hair. The TPT logo is on the top right.

Curious how creativity can support your journey into work? ✍️
 
Join our April Cobbling Words Together session on 15 April, 3–4pm, led by Sarah, our Employment Development Intern. Explore poetry, build confidence and express yourself—no experience needed.
 
Sign up: https://tinyurl.com/4w39sxjx

: A promotional graphic for Tech Friday. Text reads: “Tech Friday is back. See how smart speakers & AI can simplify everyday life for blind and partially sighted people. 17 April. 11am. The TPT Hub. Book your place →.” Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) logo, with photos of smart speakers on a table.

Tech Friday is back! Join us on 17 April at TPT Hub to explore smart speakers & Alexa Plus. Learn how voice tech supports independence, try it hands-on, and get 1:1 support. 11–1:30. Book your place now: https://tinyurl.com/6yrw28hc or ring 0208 995 0880

Text reads: “Let’s Talk Jobs! What do recruiters really mean when they say: ‘strong communication skills’? Our employment and comms teams break it down. 13 April, 2 - 3pm, Sign up now!” Above this, the words “Live Webinar” are highlighted. The TPT logo is on the top left. Towards the top right is a close up of two individuals shaking hands.

Join us today at 2pm for our Let’s Talk Jobs webinar. TPT Employment and Comms teams break down what “strong communication skills” really means to employers and how to show it in applications. Live Q&A included. For blind and partially sighted job seekers. Sighn up: https://tinyurl.com/mwcb9kz

: Three volunteer sighted guides stand together at a Sight Loss Council conference, waiting for members to arrive. They are wearing yellow tabards and lanyards, standing in a line, looking to their right, and appear happy.

Help make our conference accessible! We need Sighted Guide Volunteers for the Sight Loss Councils Conference in Leeds (5–7 June). No experience needed, training provided. Apply by 27 April: volunteering@pocklington.org.uk

More info: www.sightlosscouncils.org.uk/news/sighted-guide-2026/

A promotional graphic for Tech Friday. Text reads: “Tech Friday is back. See how smart speakers & AI can simplify everyday life for blind and partially sighted people. 17 April. 11am. The TPT Hub. Book your place →.” Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) logo, with photos of smart speakers on a table.

Tech Friday on 17 April at TPT Hub! Explore how smart speakers & AI can help beyond the basics for blind & partially sighted people.

11:00–12:30 group session, 12:30–1:30 1 to 1 support.
Address: Pocklington Hub, WC1N 3AR.

Book your place: https://tinyurl.com/6yrw28hc or call 0208 995 0880

Text reads: “Let’s Talk Jobs! What do recruiters really mean when they say: ‘strong communication skills’? Our employment and comms teams break it down. 13 April, 2 - 3pm, Sign up now!” Above this, the words “Live Webinar” are highlighted. The TPT logo is on the top left. Towards the top right is a close up of two individuals shaking hands.

Our Let’s Talk Jobs webinar is on Monday 13 April, 2–3pm! Join TPT employment and comms teams to learn what employers mean by “strong communication skills” & how to showcase them. Live Q&A included. Perfect for blind and partially sighted job seekers. Save your spot:https://tinyurl.com/mwcb9kz

The words "Build skills for work and creativity" are highlighted on the top left. Further text reads: "Cobbling Words Together with Sarah. Creative writing for blind and partially sighted people. Wednesday 15 April, 3 - 4pm, Register now!" With a right pointing arrow. An image of Sarah is on the bottom right, she is smiling at the camera, wearing a red t-shirt and has shoulder-length brown hair. The TPT logo is on the top right.

Curious how creativity can support your journey into work? ✍️
 
Join our April Cobbling Words Together session on 15 April, 3–4pm, led by Sarah, our Employment Development Intern. Explore poetry, build confidence and express yourself—no experience needed.
 
Sign up: https://tinyurl.com/4w39sxjx
 

: SLC member Nikki, is wearing a pink hoodie and is using a white cane to navigate the pavement which is partly obstructed by overgrown branches.

Small actions, big impact. Cutting back overgrown hedges makes streets safer for blind & partially sighted people. Nikki, a severely sight impaired SLC member, says it can be life-changing. Support #CutItBack & help keep streets accessible for all: https://bit.ly/3A1JXwm

: Graphic with colourful oval shapes resembling Easter eggs arranged around the edges. In the centre, bold text reads ‘Happy Easter’. Below it: ‘From Thomas Pocklington Trust and Sight Loss Councils’. At the bottom are the logos for Thomas Pocklington Trust and Sight Loss Councils.

Happy Easter from all of us at Thomas Pocklington Trust! Wishing our colleagues, clients & partners a joyful, restful weekend. Enjoy the break and take time to recharge 🌸

Our office is closed over Easter and reopens Tuesday 7 April. Have a lovely Easter!

Text reads: "Let's Talk Jobs! What do recruiters really mean when they say: 'strong communication skills'? Our employment and comms teams break it down. 13 April, 2 - 3pm, Sign up now!" Above this, the words "Live Webinar" are highlighted. The TPT logo is on the top left. Towards the top right is a close up of two individuals shaking hands.

Our April Let’s Talk Jobs webinar is a must! Learn what recruiters mean by “strong communication skills” and how to show yours. Join us Monday 13 April, 2–3pm. For blind and partially sighted jobseekers. Register here: https://tinyurl.com/mwcb9kz

Need help? Email employment@pocklington.org.uk

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Patrick leading a tech session in a meeting room. Patrick and three others sit around a desk in a meeting room. Three of them are using laptops while Patrick sits at the top of the table. Two individuals wear sunglasses and cables as well as mobile phones are spread across the table.

Five people seated around a table in a small meeting room. Matthew sits at the top of the table leading the conversation. Three individual are attentively using laptops, while the others engage in conversation.

Jonathan stands in the centre of a large meeting room speaking to a group seated around a U-shaped table with drinks, notebooks, and laptops on it.

From 18–20 March, 12 blind & partially sighted jobseekers joined our residential course at the TPT Hub, exploring assistive tech, job searching, interviews and building confidence. We wish them every success! Next course will run from 17–19 June, watch for applications soon.

: A promotional graphic for Tech Friday. Text reads: “Tech Friday is back. See how smart speakers & AI can simplify everyday life for blind and partially sighted people. 17 April. 11am. The TPT Hub. Book your place →.” Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) logo, with photos of smart speakers on a table.

Discover what your smart speaker & AI can really do.

Join Tech Friday (17 April, TPT Hub) for hands-on demos and tips for blind & partially sighted users.

Group session + 1:1 support available.

Pocklington Hub, WC1N 3AR.

Book your place: https://tinyurl.com/6yrw28hc or 0208 995 0880

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It’s a new week, a good time to build confidence in inclusive practice.

Our free online course, Starting the Conversation, is still live. Designed to help education professionals support learners with vision impairment.

Flexible, practical and easy to start.

Sign up: https://tinyurl.com/mrx33jhs

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UK students (17+) who are blind or partially sighted: join Student Voices! Share experiences, shape projects at Thomas Pocklington Trust, build skills, and connect with others. Interested? Email volunteering@pocklington.org.uk to learn more or request an application pack.
#StudentVolunteers

Isn’t it interesting how a simple action like cutting overgrown hedges back can mean the difference between a good day and a bad day for a blind or partially sighted person?

#CutItBack #BlindandPartiallySighted #AccessibleStreets #StreetsForAll

Text reads: "Blind and partially sighted voices belong in local decisions. Register. Prepare. Vote on 7 May." A black X is on the top right and the TPT logo is on the bottom left.

Remember, Local elections in England are on Thursday 7 May. If you’re blind or partially sighted, your vote helps shape things like street design, transport and rehab services.

Get Set Progress interns and staff stand together in a bright room at the TPT Hub, several holding white canes and one with a guide dog, smiling for a group photo.

A speaker stands at the front of the room speaking to a seated group of interns, with participants listening attentively in a well-lit room.

A small group discussion of participants, they are seated in a circle while one sits with a notepad on her lap.

Last Friday we brought together GSP interns at the TPT Hub for a day of learning, connection and growth. From exploring strengths to building confidence in meetings, it all supports their journey into work
Employers can now express interest for 2026/27 internship round: https://tinyurl.com/693svrb9

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Three new trustees join TPT. Ramneek Ahluwalia, AI Researcher at UCL, Jamie Ward, Head of Talent and Learning at Channel 4 and Sarah Miloudi, City regulator turned coaching psychologist. Read our news story here: https://tinyurl.com/4pc6kwf7

: Promotional graphic with the TPT logo. Text reads: “Blind or partially sighted? Find out how you can get around with tech. Check out our navigation page for our top app picks.” On the right is an illustration of a pale-skinned, red-haired person in green clothing holding a smartphone and wearing a backpack, set against a faint grey map background.

Socialising is a big part of university life, but getting there can feel daunting. Our top GPS navigation apps can help you travel with confidence. You might be surprised how far you can go. Check them out: www.pocklington.org.uk/education/tech/navigatio...

Text reads: "Your guide to smashing the university application process. Out now! A podcast made by and for blind and partially sighted students.Listen on our website and all major streaming platforms." Above this, "Through Our Eyes - Episode 4" is highlighted. Social media icons are towards the bottom beside the podcast on a mobile phone. The TPT logo is on the top left

Happy Monday! 🎧 Have you caught Episode 4 of Through Our Eyes yet? Khansa & Zehra share the real deal on applying to university; UCAS, interview adjustments & using JAWS. Honest tips for students or parents supporting them. Listen here:https://tinyurl.com/3xf77ys4
 

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Today is World Glaucoma Day. Glaucoma is known as the “silent thief of sight” because it can damage vision without early warning signs. Regular eye tests can detect it early and help prevent avoidable sight loss. Learn more about eye care:https://tinyurl.com/4vv9m94n 👁️
 

Title reads: "Cobbling Words Together with Sarah". Above the title, "Build skills for work and creativity" is highlighted. Below the title reads: "Creative writing for blind and partially sighted people. Wednesday 11 March. 6- 7pm. Register now! with a right pointing arrow. The TPT logo is on the top right. On the bottom right is an image of Sarah smiling. She has short brown hair and is wearing a red t-shirt.

Looking to boost your employment prospects through creativity?
Join Sarah from our Employment team today, 11 March, 6 to 7pm for Cobbling Words Together. Learn to craft an audio drama from a job interview prompt and build confidence and employability skills.
Register: https://tinyurl.com/mw7b7xm8
 

Text reads: "Blind and partially sighted voices belong in local decisions. Register. Prepare. Vote on 7 May. The TPT is below this in the bottom left. A Black X is on the top right.

Local elections in England are on 7 May. If you’re blind or partially sighted, your vote helps shape things like street design, transport and rehab services.
Register by 20 April.
Postal vote by 21 April.
Proxy or free voter ID by 28 April.
Register: www.gov.uk/register-to-vote

: Promotional graphic for the “Let’s talk Jobs” webinar, featuring an image of a woman wearing large white headphones typing at a computer and the Thomas Pocklington Trust (TPT) logo. Text on the graphic reads: “LIVE WEBINAR”, “Don’t miss: ‘Let’s talk Jobs!’”, “From reasonable adjustments to real-world HR insights — Jennifer and our Employment Team have you covered.”, “TODAY, 9 March”, “2pm – 3pm”, and “Register now →”.

Last chance to join us today.

From 2 to 3pm our Employment team will host the next Let’s Talk Jobs webinar, joined by Jennifer, Head of HR at Thomas Pocklington Trust, sharing insight on HR, reasonable adjustments and what employers look for.

Register: https://tinyurl.com/buf333uc