Job Description

Full Time SEN Nanny - for a Bright 6-Year-Old (Home Educated, Complex Needs)

About Us / Role:

We are a warm, vibrant family looking for a super organised, proactive, and playful individual to join an amazing, well-supported team caring for our 6-year-old son -- a bright, magical child with complex physical, medical, and communication needs, and mainstream intelligence.

He is home educated and supported by a team of amazing specialists, including a full-time Conductive Educator, therapists, and conductive education specialist teachers. Every aspect of his care and education is carefully tailored -- from learning and communication to therapy and sensory regulation.

You'll be well supported in this role and will never be expected to juggle other tasks while directly caring for him. When you're with him, your full focus is on his safety, engagement, and emotional wellbeing.

Please note: This is a highly specialised role. Only candidates with experience in, or a genuine interest in learning about SEN development should apply.

Key Responsibilities:

Work as part of a collaborative team supporting all aspects of his care and education Support the full-time lead Conductive Educator as a second person throughout the week Take the lead in his care when the conductor is not present. Facilitate engaging play by physically doing the activities for him, enabling him to connect socially and emotionally Support sensory regulation using movement-based techniques such as swinging and bouncing Join a parent or team member to accompany him to external therapy or medical appointments Assist during family events, outings, and playdates Use / learn AAC (Augmentative and Alternative Communication) systems Provide full personal care: toileting, dressing, hygiene, dysphagia feeding (training provided), and positioning Monitor for and respond appropriately to seizures and other medical needs (training provided) Use mobility equipment (hoists, standing frames, etc.) -- full training provided Be computer literate -- help prepare and manage tailored educational materials, coordinate with teachers, and ensure sessions are ready Assist with light housekeeping and cooking -- only when not actively caring for him
Important: You will not be expected to do household or school admin tasks while supervising or caring for him.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

Experience with complex physical and communication needs A proactive, can-do attitude -- this is a busy household, and we need someone who can think on their feet and get stuck in Confident supporting epilepsy, dysphagia, and non-verbal children Familiar with or open to learning sensory regulation strategies Emotionally intelligent, playful, and respectful Exceptionally organised, tidy, and reliable Computer literate -- confident managing educational resources and digital communication A true team player -- able to follow guidance and work closely with therapists, educators, and family Flexible and dependable -- available for full-time hours Holds a driving licence (ideal but not essential)

About Our Son:

Our son is an incredibly brave, bright boy. His smile radiates sunshine -- he's truly magical. Although he requires a team to help him navigate and interpret the world, his cognition is remarkable, and he has a strong drive for independence.

We're looking for someone who can help us support that journey -- someone ready to get stuck in, come up with ideas, and be a solid, consistent, joyful presence for him and our family.

Pay:

Competitive and dependent on experience

Apply:

Please send your CV and a short message outlining your experience, availability, and why this role speaks to you. We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Expected hours: 36 - 42 per week

Work Location: In person