The Orchard School is a Maintained Special School for children with severe, profound, and complex learning difficulties and medical needs. There are currently 149 pupils on roll and our children range from 4 – 11 years. We have a purpose-built premises with excellent facilities which include a music and drama studio, white and dark room studios, soft play room, sensory room, swimming and hydrotherapy pools and defined outdoor play areas for differing ages and abilities. Along with teaching and classroom support staff, the school is supported by a multi-agency team of nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy and speech therapy colleagues, and a teacher of the visually impaired. These staff are based in the school part of the week and have dedicated on-site facilities. There are nursing staff on-site the majority of the week. Medical out-patient clinics run by consultant paediatricians take place regularly and there are also specialist ophthalmology and occupational therapy clinics in school. Multi-agency teamwork is an essential and highly valued aspect of the school. We endeavour to provide the very best learning opportunities for all. Our bespoke curriculum is underpinned by the National Curriculum and every child has a personalised learning journey to enable them to achieve their best potential. Additional information about the school is available on the school website: www.orchard.sandwell.sch.uk At The Orchard School, we strive to create an inclusive and supportive environment for our students with special educational needs. We are seeking individuals who are dedicated, compassionate, and have a genuine interest in making a positive impact on the lives of these children. Are you passionate about providing exceptional care and support to children with special needs? Do you have experience in tube feeding and administering medication? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you to join our dedicated team at The Orchard School. The Orchard School is currently seeking a skilled and compassionate Health Care Assistant to join our team and play a vital role in ensuring the well-being and safety of our pupils. We are looking for individuals who are adaptable, reliable and excellent team players. One of the key responsibilities of this role is to closely collaborate with the Community Children's Nurses to ensure that children in our school who require enteral feeding are fed appropriately and safely. You will be responsible for undertaking and maintaining training and competencies related to the tube feeding of individual pupils, following the guidelines set by the Community Children's Nurses. It will be your duty to ensure that your training is always up to date. Adhering strictly to the training and guidance provided, you will feed children via nasogastric tube or via gastrostomy. Furthermore, you will administer medication to pupils as required, ensuring their well-being and safety. The applicant will need to possess: High standards of written and spoken English This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for the role Appropriate qualifications, as detailed on job specification If you are looking for a rewarding role where you can make a real difference in the lives of children with special needs, then we would love to hear from you. Join our team at The Orchard School and be part of our mission to create an inclusive and supportive environment for all our pupils. If you have the experience and passion to join our team, application forms are available below or from the school website and should be returned to SIPS Education Ltd, 2nd Floor Guardian House, Cronehills Linkway, West Bromwich, West Midlands B70 8GS or emailed to hr@sips.co.uk. If you require more information about how to apply for the post, please call 0121 296 3000. Please ensure application forms are signed if sending via email. If you provided an email address, correspondence will be sent via e-mail. The school is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced DBS check. Any offer of appointment will be subject to successful DBS clearance and 2 satisfactory references and a clear Disqualification by association return. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and is eligible for an enhanced DBS check including a Children's Barring List Check. If you are barred from working with children you are breaking the law if you apply for this post This post is covered by Part 7 of the Immigration Act (2016) and therefore the ability to speak fluent and spoken English is an essential requirement for this role. If you are successful in being short-listed for interview, you will be contacted via email within 28 working days of the closing date. Please ensure you check your junk/spam boxes as well as your inbox in case any correspondence has been delivered there. Please note only successful applicants will be notified. Online Search An online search will be undertaken on all shortlisted candidates. This search does not form part of the shortlisting process and you will have the opportunity to discuss any issues of concern that may arise from this search at the interview. Hours: 12 hrs per week - Term Time Only 8.45am - 3.15pm Monday and Tuesday Salary: Grade C, SCP 5-8 (£24,790 - £25,992 p.a.) Actual Salary is £7,019 - £7,457per annum Location: The Orchard School, Causeway Green Road, Oldbury, West Midlands, B68 8LD Closing date: 02 July 2025 @ 9am Shortlisting: 03 July 2025 Interviews: 11th July 2025