Nanny (Special needs)
Anna is a wonderful four-year-old with a bright personality, a curious nature and a love of exploring the world around her. She has a beautiful smile, enjoys engaging with the people around her and is happiest when she feels supported, encouraged and understood.
Although she is not yet able to walk independently, she can take a few supported steps and is making steady progress with the help of her therapy team. She is currently non-verbal but communicates her likes, dislikes and needs in her own unique way. She particularly enjoys sensory play and loves exploring different textures, sounds, tastes and smells, making these experiences an important part of her learning and development.
This is a rewarding opportunity to become an important part of her journey, supporting her development while helping her enjoy a happy, stimulating and nurturing childhood.
Key Responsibilities
Ensure her safety, wellbeing and happiness at all times.
Plan and deliver engaging, play-based activities that support her development and encourage curiosity and independence.
Implement her ABA programme and incorporate her physiotherapy and occupational therapy exercises into her daily routine in a fun and positive way.
Work closely with her parents and the wider household team to maintain consistent routines, including meals, personal care and bedtime.
Monitor and record her progress, providing regular updates and communicating effectively with her parents and therapy professionals.
Accompany the family on national and international travel, ensuring continuity of care wherever they are.
Candidate Requirements
Previous experience supporting children with physical disabilities, learning disabilities or additional needs.
Experience implementing ABA programmes and working alongside physiotherapists, occupational therapists or ABA professionals is highly desirable.
A warm, patient, proactive and positive approach, with a genuine passion for supporting children's development.
Flexible and willing to travel extensively with the family.
Must hold a passport that permits visa-free travel within the European Union.
Must be already based in Dubai. Live out. Available from the beginning of November.
Start date November
Salary up to £1000 net per week
Hours Full time
Qualifications required SEN qualifications
DBS checked Required
Required language Not specified
Experience required 5 + years SEN Nanny experience, early years experience, DBS, First Aid certificate, fit and active
Driving license required No
Employment type Full time
Duration Permanent
Live in / out Live out