The role involves providing safe, compassionate care to children with complex health needs in a special school setting, including enteral feeding through gastrostomy or other feeding tubes. Candidates are expected to support personal care, observe and record children’s health, respond appropriately to changes in condition, follow individual care plans, and work closely with families, teachers, nurses and other professionals. Applicants should demonstrate relevant care experience, good communication skills, reliability, patience and a child-centred approach. Training in enteral feeding, safeguarding, moving and handling, emergency procedures and other clinical competencies will normally be required or provided. The role also requires accurate record keeping, confidentiality and the ability to work calmly and safely as part of a multidisciplinary team.
Birmingham Community Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust provides community-based healthcare services across Birmingham and the West Midlands. Its services include community nursing, health visiting, rehabilitation, therapy, dental care, sexual health, specialist children’s services and support for people with long-term or complex conditions. The Trust works in hospitals, schools, clinics, homes and other community settings, helping patients maintain independence and receive care closer to where they live. As an NHS foundation trust, it employs a wide range of clinical, care, administrative and support staff and places strong emphasis on safeguarding, inclusion, professional development and partnership working. In this role, the Trust supports children with additional health needs in special school environments, working alongside education staff and families to promote wellbeing, safety, participation and access to learning.
The United Kingdom offers employment opportunities across healthcare, technology, engineering, education, finance and public services, with particularly strong demand for qualified NHS and social care workers. British culture is diverse and generally values punctuality, privacy, courtesy and clear communication. Lifestyle varies from busy cities such as Birmingham, London and Manchester to quieter coastal and rural communities. Living costs are highest in London and the South East, while Birmingham and many northern regions can be more affordable. Most overseas workers need a visa; eligible healthcare professionals may qualify for the Health and Care Worker visa, usually requiring an approved sponsor, a qualifying job and English-language evidence. Applicants should check current salary, registration and immigration rules before relocating. The UK has extensive public transport, though rural areas may require a car, and weather is generally changeable throughout the year.
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