Nanny (Special needs)

Sennie (SEN Specialist/Nanny/Manny) for G9

Additional needs present: GDD, Non-Verbal, Epilepsy, Difficulties with fine motor movements, Difficulties with gross motor movements

Driver: Essential

Pets: None

Days & Hours:
Saturday: 8:30 am – between 5:00–7:00 pm (essential)
Sunday: 8:30 am – between 5:00–7:00 pm (flexible)

Saturday availability is essential for this role whilst Sundays are flexible - can be part of the hours, all of the hours or just as and when the family require the Sennie.

The family would also like a Sennie who is open to providing occasional overnight care when needed and who is willing to travel with them on family trips.

Essential Skills/Traits:
Minimum of 2+ years SEN childcare experience
Proven experience caring for children with epilepsy, with confidence in managing seizures and administering medication safely and calmly.
A vibrant, positive personality with a great sense of humour and a genuine love of play and fun.
Passionate about planning and delivering engaging activities that promote learning, development, and enjoyment.
Confident in arranging playdates, outings, and adventures that encourage social interaction and exploration.
A strong swimmer who enjoys spending time in the water, supporting G9 in one of her favourite therapeutic activities.
A competent driver is essential – a nanny car will be provided for appointments, and outings.

SENNIES is excited to support an extremely welcoming family who strive to provide a happy, nurturing home life for their two children, G9 and B6 find a weekend Sennie. The family are looking for a passionate, vibrant Sennie who wants to become part of their family, take the lead in caring for G9, and keep her thoroughly engaged and entertained. The right candidate will be enthusiastic about the special needs community, confident in planning activities that promote development, and eager to support G9’s learning and play in creative, fun ways.
G9 attends a specialist school where she receives physiotherapy once a week, occupational therapy every two weeks, and speech and language therapy every two weeks. While the school manages her therapies during school hours, the family are looking for someone who can accompany her to private therapy sessions on Saturday mornings if needed. She is learning to be an independent feeder but still requires spoon feeding, and she is working on toileting skills, currently still in nappies. The family are seeking a Sennie who can encourage her to explore her toys, engage more actively in play, and gradually reduce behaviours such as chewing on objects, while always providing warmth, encouragement, and patience.