Sennie (SEN Specialist/Nanny) for B11

Additional needs present: Autism. Non-verbal. Sensory needs.

Location: Wimbledon, SW19

Wage / Salary: Between £40,000 - £50,000 per annum gross

Driver: Essential

Live in/out: Live-Out

Pets: None

Days & Hours:
Term Time: Approx 30 hours
Monday - Friday: 2pm - 8pm

School Holidays: Approx 50 hours per week
Monday - Friday: 9am - 7pm

Flexibility on hours/days for the right candidate. Extra babysitting (includes bed time and staying late) - once a week on average including Thursdays and Fridays (won't be regular and it will be asked in advance). Paid at overtime.

Start Date: Ideally January 2026

Essential Skills/Traits:
2+ Years SEN Childcare experience
Clean, Full UK Driving Licence and confident in driving
Strong emotional intelligence and the ability to remain calm, grounded, and consistent in the face of dysregulation or challenging behaviours
Excellent communication and collaboration skills, able to work closely with parents and professionals as part of a wider support team
Highly organised and adaptable, able to manage both structured routines and flexible day-to-day changes based on the child’s emotional state
Proactive, warm, and fun, with a genuine interest in engaging a child through their interests such as sports, art, games, and outdoor play
Willing and ideally able to travel with the family 2–3 times a year (including overseas), providing consistent support in new environments
Open to occasional evening babysitting or light family PA tasks when time allows

About the role/family: SENNIES is proud to support a warm, dedicated family in search of an experienced and compassionate SEN nanny ("sennie") to care for their son, B11. This role focuses on creating a nurturing, structured environment that supports his emotional regulation, communication, independence, and sensory wellbeing. The family follows a multi-disciplinary approach and is looking for someone confident in working alongside therapists, medical professionals, and school staff to ensure consistent care across settings.

A key element of this role involves using a total communication approach—including AAC devices, iPad apps, and spelling—to support B11’s non-verbal communication. The ideal candidate will be comfortable working in tandem with speech and language professionals to help develop his expressive skills and emotional literacy. B11 has sensory needs and can experience dysregulation, particularly around toileting and hunger. The Sennie must bring a calm, patient, and reassuring presence, maintain predictable routines, and offer safe, grounded support during emotional challenges. Daily duties include school pick-up, supporting self-care, and engaging B11 in meaningful indoor and outdoor activities such as swimming, skating, or time in the park. The role also involves light housekeeping, grocery shopping, and preparing healthy, gluten- and dairy-free meals in line with the family’s dietary guidelines. The family is seeking someone with a strong background in SEN, who is emotionally attuned, proactive, flexible, and deeply committed to B11’s development and wellbeing.