SEN Nanny / Manny Part Time

Puckeridge, Hertfordshire
SNAP Care

SEN Nanny / Manny in Ware, SG12. A part-time (3 days per week) SEN role focusing on therapy, development and having fun! An exciting opportunity to support a cheeky, and adorable 3-year-old boy with complex care needs. £24,200.00 + Gross per Annum.

Nearest Tube/Station: St. Margarets Train Station, Herts.
Wage/Salary: £24,258.00 per Annum £18.50 Weekdays £19.50 Weekends All figures quoted in gross
Driver Essential? Yes, with own car and happy to use for work purposes (mileage paid)
Essential: Early years childcare experience, confident with seizure / epilepsy management and good cooking skills
Desirable: Dravet Syndrome experience, Ketogenic Diet, NAPA therapy
Start Date: ASAP
Days & Hours: Tuesday: 11.30am 5.30pm Wednesday 8.00am – 6.00pm Thursday: 11.30am 4.30pm, and 2 Saturdays per month 8.30am 12.30pm.
Family/Client Pets: Yes, one friendly, soft-natured dog
Recruiter: Jade (url removed)

About this client/child: Zach is and adorable 3-year-old and lives with his Mummy and Daddy in Stanstead Abbots, Ware. He is soon to be a big brother, with the new arrival due in February. Zach and his parents have recently relocated to the area to continue an intensive therapy programme called NAPA which has been transformative for Zach s overall development, and he will be attending a local nursery part-time. Zach has Dravet Syndrome, a rare form of epilepsy, since starting new medication and following a strict Ketogenic diet, Zach s seizures have reduced. Seizure protocol and guidance are in place, and full training is provided. Zach is preverbal, and he is working on his communication skills; Makaton or PECs experience is highly desirable. Zach loves sensory play, trips to the park, listening to nursery rhymes and kicking and throwing a ball! Mummy and Daddy are professionals, working full-time, however are always on hand if required.

Overview of role: The SEN Nanny / Manny will support Zach with his NAPA therapy programme, bespoke training is provided, the therapy is implementing in a fun and creative way, giving Zach the opportunity to work on his overall development, self-help, and independence skills. There is a real focus on supporting Zach to reach his full potential and enabling him to experience a toddler s typical day-to-day life and routine. Part of this role will include batch cooking ketogenic meals, nursery duties and running errands. Additional hours available for babysitting, paid in addition to the salary. Much more information available on application regarding Zach and the role.

Who this job would suit: An experienced SEN Nanny/Manny with a passion for play and keen to learn new skills. It is essential that you are confident in managing seizures and have previous experience supporting a young person with epilepsy. The family requires a flexible, enthusiastic, and proactive SEN Nanny/Manny. A non-smoker/vaper is essential, along with a driver with their own car.

What s great about this job: Working with Zach is of course the best aspect of this role, however, his parents are excellent employers (feedback from current Snap Care SEN Nanny), and will invest in training, and your development to ensure you have the skills to support Zach. Zach s Mum and Dad are dedicated to giving him the very best opportunities, and you will be an essential part of the team!

Who is recruiting for this role? Our client is using our 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.