Impactful Respite & Complex Care Specialist

The Methodist Church in Britain; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Child-specific training

Competency-based assessment of skills

Work-life balance support

Job summary

The Methodist Church in Britain is seeking a 24‑month respite and complex care role within the Special School Nursing Team to support children with complex health needs at school, home and in the community. You will deliver child‑centred care and, after training, perform delegated clinical tasks, coordinating with families and professionals across Shropshire.

Shifts rotate between two schools and children's homes; travel across the region is required.

Qualifications

• Level 2 childcare or health and social care qualification (NNEB/BTEC or NVQ Level 2) required.
• Experience working with children with additional care needs.
• Experience working with children and families.

Responsibilities

• Deliver safe, child-centred care to individual care plans as part of the Special School Nursing Team.
• Support nursing care, play and recreational needs.
• Carry out delegated clinical tasks after training and competency assessment.
• Work closely with children, families, carers, school staff and health professionals.
• Provide safe, compassionate and holistic care.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Follow emergency procedures.
• Contribute to safeguarding.
• Work flexibly as part of a team.

Skills

Good verbal and written communication

Develop complex nursing skills

Building relationships with families

Education

NNEB/BTEC or NVQ2 in childcare or health and social care

Job description

The Methodist Church in Britain is seeking a 24‑month respite and complex care role within the Special School Nursing Team to support children with complex health needs at school, home and in the community. You will deliver child‑centred care and, after training, perform delegated clinical tasks, coordinating with families and professionals across Shropshire.

Shifts rotate between two schools and children's homes; travel across the region is required.