Nanny / Family Support Worker NW8

Snap Care; City Of London; On-site; GBP 54,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known family support service in London seeks a mature Nanny/Family Support Worker to assist a mother with Autism Spectrum Condition and support her 4-year-old daughter. The ideal candidate will have experience in childcare and Autism, providing emotional support and fostering a nurturing environment. The position offers a unique job-share opportunity with 24-hour shifts and includes accommodation while on duty.

Benefits

Accommodation provided during shifts

Supportive family environment

Qualifications

• Experience of working with individuals with ASC and mental health needs.
• Comfortable supporting a post-trauma individual.
• Ability to maintain a warm, nurturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the mother and child, ensuring a warm household.
• Assist in routine management and engaging activities.
• Help maintain a clean and safe environment.

Skills

Childcare experience

Experience with Autistic Spectrum Condition

Nurturing and empathetic demeanor

Job description

Overview

Two Mature Nannies/Family Support Workers, in London NW8. A unique job-share opportunity to help a highly intelligent young mother with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC), to support her 4-year-old daughter and maintain a happy home. £53,040.00 gross per annum.

• Salary/Wage: £53,040.00 gross per annum
• Driving Requirements: Not required
• Essential: Good early years, childcare/nannying experience, experience of people with Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC) and mental health needs and comfortable supporting a post-trauma individual. A *female candidate who will enjoy maintaining a warm, happy household.
• Start Date: Early January 2025
• Days & Hours: 24-hour shifts of either 5 days on, and 5 days off, or 7 days on, and 7 days off.
• Accommodation Provided (while on duty): Double bedroom with en-suite bathroom in Catherine’s 3-bedroom flat, use of the facilities, all bills included.
• Recruiter Contact: Sally Britton [e-mail]

About the Client/Child

Nancy, 4 is a vibrant, healthy, and bright little girl with an inquisitive and talkative nature. She has advanced vocabulary for her age and is full of energy. Nancy enjoys a variety of activities, playing in the park, swimming, soft play, singing along to songs and imaginative play and attending school. Her mother, Catherine, is a highly intelligent young woman who has ASC. After a traumatic experience, Catherine has made significant progress in addressing some related mental health challenges, but the event impacted on her confidence. Catherine is a dedicated mother who enjoys spending time with Nancy, but she sometimes needs gentle reminders and guidance to ensure her daughter’s routine is followed. Catherine can experience moments of stress and anxiety, during which she may become dysregulated or inattentive, and her behaviour may be unpredictable. Due to her ASC diagnosis, Catherine can be rigid in her ideas/thinking, which can be challenging with a toddler. Her parents and younger sister live nearby and are actively involved in both her and Nancy's lives.

The Role at a Glance

The Nanny/Family Support Worker will work alongside Catherine, being her companion, providing emotional support and helping her to be a great mother and fostering a healthy, happy home for both her and Nancy. This role involves some gentle ‘mothering’ of both Catherine and Nancy, ensuring that the household runs smoothly and that both are supported with warmth and structure. You will ‘own’ the environment and step in when needed, particularly if Catherine is unable to manage some of the day-to-day basics. You’ll help Catherine to shape the next stage of her life beyond motherhood and recovery; encouraging and enabling her to take part in fun activities and exercise such as swimming, volunteering, and even some work. You’ll engage and play with Nancy, but not take over her care, knowing when to step in, or step back. A cleaner attends for 4 hours every other week; however, you’ll ensure the home stays clean and tidy between visits, stepping in when needed to maintain a safe and hygienic environment. There is ample downtime while Nancy is at school, when Catherine can be left alone for short periods. This may increase if Catherine secures work, making the role ideal for someone who values free time during the day, perhaps for study or personal interests. No overnight care is required, but Catherine needs the presence of an adult in the home at night. This is a job share role, with shifts of either 5 days on/off, or 7 days on/off. An existing team member works some weekends.

This Job Would Suit

A mature, patient, calm, reflective, kind, nurturing, non-judgmental and empathetic *female looking for a long-term commitment. Someone with good autism and nannying/childcare experience. You’ll be psychologically astute and be able to grasp the complexity of Catherine’s situation and her relationship with her daughter. You’ll enjoy helping to maintain a warm, nurturing environment for Catherine and Nancy.

Why You’ll Love This Role

You’ll have the chance to work with a wonderful family, well known to Snap Care for many years, in one of London’s most desirable locations. You’ll play a key role in helping Catherine regain her confidence and independence, enabling her to be the best mum she can be to Nancy and enjoy fun and purposeful activities.

Recruitment Process

Snap Care manages the full recruitment process, including shortlisting, recruiter interviews, and arranging employer interviews. *

If a specific gender is required, this is a genuine occupational requirement under paragraph 1, Schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010. Please note: Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies.