SEN Nanny

SNAP Care; Southbourne; On-site; GBP 26,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A childcare staffing agency is looking for an engaging and proactive SEN Nanny in Southbourne to support a 6-year-old with an acquired brain injury. This dynamic role involves implementing therapy programmes, performing typical nanny duties, and ensuring a supportive environment for the child. Ideal candidates should possess experience in special educational needs and hold a valid driver's license. This position offers a salary of up to £29,500 gross per annum based on experience.

Benefits

Excellent training opportunities

Supportive working environment

Ongoing learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Essential driver with own car for work purposes.
• Experience supporting a young person with a brain injury is desirable.
• Able to implement therapy programmes to support Millie’s development.

Responsibilities

• Support a 6-year-old with an acquired brain injury.
• Implement therapy programmes for overall development.
• Conduct usual nanny duties such as school pick-up and arranging playdates.

Skills

Experience supporting children with SEN

Engaging and proactive attitude

Excellent communication skills

Education

Early years and SEN experience

Job description

Job Overview

SEN Nanny in Bournemouth, BH6. A weekday SEN Nanny position available for an engaging, proactive, and creative SEN Professional to support a fabulous 6‑year‑old with an Acquired Brain Injury. Offering up to £29,500.00 Gross per Annum, depending on experience.

Wage / Salary

£26,617.50 – £29,542.50, Gross per Annum | £18.20 - £20.20 Gross per Hour. Depending on experience.

Driver

Essential? Yes, with own car, willing to use for work purposes (mileage paid).

Essential Qualifications

Experience supporting children with SEN, early years development and behavioural experience.

• Female applicants only.

Desirable Qualifications

Experience supporting a young person with a brain injury and/or sensory processing.

Start Date

ASAP

Days & Hours

Term time: Monday to Thursday, 1:30pm to 6:30pm and Friday: 3:00pm to 6:30pm; School Holidays: Monday to Thursday: 7:45am to 3:30pm. Our client can offer additional hours or reduced working days to suit your availability.

Family / Client Pets

Yes, cat.

Recruiter

Su­hada.

About our client

Millie is a real character; full of energy, mischief and fun! A thriving, active, and busy 6‑year‑old with a love for climbing, swimming, going to the playground and sensory walks. Millie attends a mainstream school setting, and loves to play and engage with all of her peers! Millie sustained a brain injury at birth, as a result presents with a development delay, sensory processing disorder (SPD) and low muscle tone. She can find it difficult to "stay on task" and concentrate, and struggles with fatigue and self‑regulation. There is emergency epilepsy medication on site, although Millie does not have frequent seizures, or medicated for epilepsy, there is a possibility when she is poorly, or has a high temperature that a seizure can occur. Millie can be described as sensory‑seeking, has no danger awareness and uses a wheelchair for longer journeys. She has good receptive and expressive communication skills and has a therapy team in place to support her rehabilitation.

Overview of role

The SEN Nanny is an integral part of Millie’s team, collaborative working, thinking outside the box and being creative is essential; this is a dynamic role and as your responsibilities will grow as you settle in, and build your relationship with Millie, and her parents. The usual nanny duties, school pick up, arranging playdates, extra‑curricular activities, nursery duties, are all included; however, the SEN Nanny will also implement therapy programmes to support Millie’s overall development and to reach her targets and goals. The physio, OT and SLT each have individual areas they are working on with Millie, with a sensory diet also introduced. You will be confident working both in a sole charge and shared care role alongside Mum. Millie MDT is vast, and growing, therefore the SEN Nanny will be an excellent communicator and team player.

Who this job would suit

A proactive, engaging and positive SEN Professional with a genuine passion for supporting children and has a keen interest in therapy and rehabilitation. This could be your first step into your SEN Nanny, or a role that works alongside your studies, all you need is early years and SEN experience and be ready for a new challenge.

What’s great about this job

Millie is already making progress on her rehabilitation; she has huge potential and with your input and support she can exceed all expectations. She is a lot of fun and will make you laugh every day! There is excellent training available, along with ongoing opportunities to learn new skills.

Recruitment process

Our client is using the Shortlist Service. Snap Care will screen applications to confirm the essential criteria for the position is met. The client will then continue the recruitment process. By applying for this vacancy, you agree to us sending your CV and contact details to our client. Please see our website for more information. Please note, unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies.

EEO Statement

When a specific gender is essential, it is considered a genuine occupational requirement under paragraph 1, schedule 9 of the Equality Act 2010, for a female or male worker to work with our client.