Vranch House School and Centre

09/10/2026

Wow!!!! We have not one, but two members of staff shortlisted for Notty awards!!!!
We are so proud 🥰

Congratulations to everyone who was nominated and shortlisted. And a big good luck to Kate and Chloe 🩷💚💙💛❤️

07/10/2026

🌟 Teaching Assistant / Kitchen Server – Vranch House School, Exeter
• £12.97 per hour • Permanent
Deadline to apply: Wednesday 21st October 2026

Supporting children with complex physical needs to learn, grow and thrive.

Vranch House is a specialist school and charity dedicated to providing high quality education, therapy and care for children with complex physical needs. We are looking for a compassionate, adaptable and enthusiastic Teaching Assistant/Kitchen Server to join our multidisciplinary team.
This dual role position combines classroom support with lunchtime meal preparation and service, offering a varied and rewarding working day where you’ll make a meaningful difference to pupils’ wellbeing, independence and learning.

💛 About the Role:

Pupil Support & Learning
You will:
• Support pupils to engage in daily routines, learning activities and therapy programmes
• Work closely with physiotherapists, occupational therapists, speech and language therapists and advisory teachers
• Promote and safeguard the welfare of pupils at all times
• Provide intimate care, including personal hygiene and medication administration, while encouraging independence
• Supervise pupils during lunch breaks, including feeding and administering gastrostomy feeds where appropriate
• Follow statutory policies including Moving & Handling, Intimate Care, Communication and Safeguarding
• Set up, clean and tidy away classroom and play equipment
• Attend training, CPD sessions and staff meetings
• Share observations and feedback with colleagues to support coordinated care

Kitchen Server Responsibilities
You will:
• Safely prepare, portion and serve meals, including blended or modified diets
• Take cooked food from the oven and serve meals according to each child’s individual needs
• Maintain excellent hygiene and food safety standards
• Clear and clean the kitchen after service, including using the dishwasher
• Monitor stock levels and maintain a tidy, organised working environment
🌱 Professional Development
We provide full training, including:
• Child Protection
• Food Hygiene certification
• Infection Control
• Moving & Handling
• Specialist communication and therapy approaches

You will be an active member of our multidisciplinary team, contributing to a coordinated, child centred service.

🌈 Who We’re Looking For
Someone who is:
• Warm, patient and child centred
• A strong team player
• Organised and adaptable
• Confident supporting children with complex physical needs
• Committed to safeguarding, dignity and inclusion

Experience is welcome, but your values matter most — full training will be provided.

For more information or to apply please contact: [email protected]

05/10/2026

🎲 The Faithfuls Game is coming to Exeter on Friday the 13tg November in aid of Vranch House Children's Charity!

​Looking for a night out that combines mystery, team challenges, and supporting a fantastic local cause?

​Join us at Sundays Hotel for an epic evening inspired by escape rooms and Cluedo. You'll work with your team to solve puzzles, take on challenges, and root out the Traitors hiding among you—all to raise vital funds for Vranch House!

​Here are the details you need to know:
​📅 Date: Friday 13th November
​⏰ Time: 19:00 – 22:00
​📍 Location: Sundays Hotel, Exeter
​💰 Tickets: £20 per person

​Team Details & Venue Info:
​Teams: Up to 10 people. Don't have a full team? No problem! Come solo or in a small group and we'll match you up on the night.

​Food & Drink: Table nibbles provided, plus a full bar available at the venue.

​Parking: Parking is limited, so lift-sharing or taking public transport is recommended.

​Every ticket sold helps Vranch House continue providing specialist education, therapy, and support for children and young people with physical disabilities and complex needs across Devon.

​Gather your friends, challenge your workmates, and see if you can spot the Traitors!

​🎟️ Tickets are on sale now—grab yours today and support Vranch House!

An unforgettable night of teamwork, challenges, deception and betrayal – all in support of Vranch House!

05/10/2026

✨ What a difference a day can make! ✨

Last Friday, we welcomed a fantastic team of seven volunteers from who spent the entire day helping us redecorate our boardroom.

The boardroom isn't quite finished yet, but we're absolutely amazed by what was achieved in just one day. It was a fun day filled with teamwork, plenty of laughter and lots of paint!

Our boardroom is an important space at Vranch House. It's where we meet with families, hold staff and trustee meetings, deliver training and work with partner organisations to help improve outcomes for the children and young people we support. This makeover is helping us create a warm, welcoming and professional environment for everyone who walks through the door.

We are incredibly grateful to the Simpkins Edwards team for their generosity, hard work and kindness. Thank you for helping us create a space that will benefit children, families and staff for years to come. ❤️

A big thank you to Exeter who also helped us out by donating 5L of paint, some paint brushes and a couple of rollers for this project ❤️

29/09/2026

🎄 Calling All Basket Donors! 🎁

Do you have any baskets or hampers tucked away that you no longer need? We’re collecting them again to create beautiful Christmas hampers for our festive Christmas raffle — and we’d love your help!

🧺 Any size, any shape — all are welcome!

If you can donate, please drop them off at Vranch House or get in touch via [email protected] 💙

Let’s make this Christmas extra special together! ✨

29/09/2026

💚 Yesterday morning we had the pleasure of visiting Exeter to deliver a Makaton introduction session to their wonderful team.

It was fantastic to see so much enthusiasm as staff learnt basic signs, greetings and key hospitality phrases that can help make guests feel more welcome, understood and included.

For people who use Makaton, even a simple signed greeting can make a world of difference. By taking the time to learn new ways to communicate, businesses like The Ivy Exeter are helping to create a more inclusive community where everyone feels valued.

A special shout out to Adelle Gale, our Early Years Lead and newly qualified Makaton Tutor, who did an amazing job leading the session and sharing her knowledge and passion for inclusive communication. 👏💚

Thank you to everyone at The Ivy Exeter for making us feel so welcome and for embracing the training with such positivity and energy. We loved meeting you all and look forward to seeing you again in December!

Together, we can make communication accessible for everyone. 💚

28/09/2026

2x desk. Great condition
Free to collect from Vranch House

25/09/2026

A huge thank you to William, one of our incredible outpatients, for his amazing fundraising effort! 🚴‍♂️

After undergoing major surgery for a serious ACL injury, William worked hard with our physiotherapist, Adam, on his rehabilitation journey. To give back, he took on an impressive cycle from Starcross to Saracens Rugby Club to raise funds for both Vranch House and his rugby club.

We are so proud of William’s hard work, determination, and generosity. Thank you for supporting us, William—what an outstanding achievement! 👏🎉

Also, a big thank you to Exe Signs for our beautiful new giant cheque 🩷

25/09/2026

👐 Makaton Level 1 Training at Vranch House

Want to learn practical communication skills that can make a real difference?

Our Makaton Level 1 courses are available throughout the day, in the evenings, and at weekends, making it easier than ever to fit training around work and family commitments.

💷 £35 per person INTRODUCTORY OFFER

Ideal for parents, carers, education staff, healthcare professionals, volunteers and anyone wishing to support children and adults with communication difficulties.

📧 To find out more or book a place, contact Adelle Gale:
[email protected]

Together we can help make communication more accessible for everyone. 💚