Emergency & Short-Term Placements for Children with Complex Needs

Haven House • east london, eastern cape • Posted June 14, 2026

About the Role

A trusted provider of short-term, emergency and planned care for children with life-limiting and complex conditions.
At Haven House Children’s Hospice, we understand how challenging it can be for local authorities and social workers to find the right emergency or short-term placement for children with high levels of medical complexity. Our nurse-led, family-centred environment offers a safe and therapeutic setting for children who require specialist support, whether in a crisis situation or as part of a planned package of care.

We welcome social care-funded placements, including emergency, respite and stabilisation packages for:

• Children with complex healthcare needs
• Children with life-limiting or life-threatening conditions
• Children experiencing placement breakdown or in transition between care settings
• Children with palliative care needs who require short-term residential support

What We Offer

• 24/7 nursing care from experienced...