London, Fitzrovia, Salary circa £40,000 per annum
Our clients are looking to find a positive, energetic, patient & kind Nanny for their two children, G6 and B4.
The emphasis of the role will be on G6 who has some learning difficulties. She was diagnosed with a super rare genetic mutation. Although doing brilliantly, the family need someone super motivated to stay on the ball and make sure she is constantly progressing.
The ideal Nanny would have a background in education with some understanding of, or experience in SEN. The role will suit someone proactive and patient with a caring and positive approach.
Main duties include but are not limited to:
* Help with the morning routine including school drop off
* School pick up
* Homework help/support
* Liaising with specialists such as the Occupational Therapist to ensure interventions are being continued effectively at home
* Engaging the children in their preferred activities
* Creating a clear and consistent schedule
* Implementing firm boundaries around behaviours and completing tasks
* Taking children to/from appointments and sessions such as physiotherapy
* Preparing/cooking meals for the children (predominantly during holidays)
* Preparing the children for their bedtime routine - bath time included
* Aiding G6 in her key areas of development and coming up with strategies and ideas to do so
* Occasional evening babysitting
The family have a live-in Housekeeper, so no cooking or laundry required – just encouraging the children to keep their areas tidy.
There will also be lots of travel in this role including Australia and Switzerland! Around 4-5 months of the year will be abroad.
* Proactive and able to present examples of using initiative
* Ability to set and implement consistent and clear boundaries
* Enthusiastic and positive approach
* Highly organised
* Educated to Degree level (background in education)
* Comprehensive understanding and knowledge of Early Years & Key Stage One
* Ability to implement and work alongside therapies and interventions provided by specialists, eg Occupational Therapy, physio
Working Days: Monday - Friday (with the occasional Saturday morning)
Working Hours: Shorter hours during term time, and 9.00am–6.00pm during holiday periods
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