‘Think Differently’ to inspire young people to overcome all barriers and achieve their dreams.

·       Do you want to have a positive impact on some of the most vulnerable children’s lives in Birmingham?

·       Do you want to work in an organisation that recognises the benefits of a good work/life balance for their workforce?

·       Do you want to work in an organisation that invests heavily in CPD and allocates additional training days to develop their staff?

If you have answered ‘yes’ to all these questions, join our team! 

This is a particularly exciting moment to join James Brindley, the founding school of the newly established Think Differently Education Trust. This marks the beginning of a bold new chapter for our community, opening up fresh opportunities for innovation, collaboration, and professional growth across Birmingham. By joining us now, you’ll be part of shaping a progressive trust from the ground up — helping to drive meaningful change for our young people while developing your own career in a supportive and ambitious environment

We are seeking a compassionate and proactive Health Care Assistant to support pupils who have a primary ASC (Autism Spectrum Condition) diagnosis and with their health needs. You will collaborate with keyworkers, parents, carers, and specialist health professionals to develop, implement, and monitor in-school care plans that enable pupils to attend and thrive in their education. This is a rewarding role where every day you’ll help create a safe, inclusive environment that empowers young people to reach their full potential. A good standard of education including Maths and English GCSE at 4-9 (or equivalent) and QCF/NVQ in Health and Social Care at L3 are essential.

Online Search 

As part of our recruitment checks, 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. 

Closing date: Wednesday 13^th May 2026, 9am

Interviews will be held: May 2026

Start date: ASAP

For further details please visit our website at: 

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Think Differently Education Trust is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Please be aware that this post is subject to an enhanced DBS clearance check and any offer of employment is made conditional of this.  You will also be required to register and pay for the DBS update service and ensure that documentary evidence is produced to ensure annual compliance and updates.  You will also be required to provide written consent for the employer to access this information at any time. 

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.  

Think Differently Education Trust, James Brindley School, Bell Barn Road. Birmingham. B15 2AF   Telephone: 0121 666 6409