Our latest news
Good teams start with a culture of respect, collaboration, and support for each other
In our latest feature, we’re celebrating the Supported Employment Service (SES) team. Their strength? A culture of respect, collaboration, and support for each other and the people they serve.
Festive Season Arrangements 2025
With thoughts rapidly turning to the festive season and teams planning their rotas for this season, here are the Christmas pay arrangements for this year.
New Commercial Director joins Optalis
Gary Thorpe has joined Optalis as its new Commercial Director.
Optalis begin new partnership with Reading College!
The new service - named ACE@Optalis - will form part of Reading College's Learning Disability Curriculum, and will run as a pilot for one academic year starting this September.
Staying out for the summer!
Our Day Service has organised many trips over the last couple of months - taking customers out to a variety of sights and activities!
SES launches new work experience programme
Our Supported Employment Service's (SES) work experience programme aims to give clients the opportunity to experience a range of job roles at Optalis services.
Woodley Day Service is moving to a new home!
Read more about Woodley Learning Disability Day Service's relocation plans to Woodford Park, Woodley.
Changes to the Sensory Needs Service
Read about important changes to the Sensory Needs Team, taking effect from August 1, 2014.
We're looking for people who really care
Optalis are currently recruiting for Homecare workers, and on Friday July 25, our Head Office in Wokingham opens its doors to the public for an informal Homecare Recruitment Open Day!
Optalis hold a successful Recruitment Open Day!
On Wednesday June 25, Optalis' HR Team held an open afternoon for members of the public interested in working in our Homecare Team. The afternoon was really successful, with around 21 people turning up to speak to HR staff and Homecare managers.
Out and About turns two!
Our Out and About Service celebrates its second birthday this month with an evening event on June 27.
Pinehaven thanks Easthampstead Rotary Club
Easthampstead Rotary Club has been supporting Pinehaven Day Service over the past year through taking part in a number of events and activities.
