Nanny – SEN and Baby Experience Essential

A lovely family is seeking a warm, experienced and reliable nanny to support the care of four children aged 6 years, 4 years, 15 months and 6 weeks.

The eldest girl has special educational needs (SEN), and the four-year-old has autism. The successful candidate must have relevant SEN experience, alongside confident baby and toddler care experience.

This role will involve a combination of sole charge and shared care, working in tandem with Mum when she is at home. The family is looking for someone who can build a positive relationship with Mum, communicate clearly and adapt comfortably to the children’s individual needs and family routines.

Salary: £4o-45,000 negotiable dependant on experience
Hours: 47.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, with different arrangements during term time and school holidays.
Driver: Essential.
Start date: ASAP

Working hours:

Term time:
Monday: 7am–9.30am and 2pm–6pm
Tuesday: 7am - 7pm
Wednesday: 7am - 6,30pm
Thursday: 7am - 9.30am. 2pm - 6pm
Friday - 7am - 6pm

School Holidays:
Monday: 8am - 2pm
Tuesday: 8am - 7pm
Wednesday: 8am - 6.30pm
Thursday: 8am - 6pm
Friday: 8am - 6pm

Monday and Thursday are split shifts during term time, with a break between the morning and afternoon sessions.

Main responsibilities

Provide attentive, nurturing care that supports each child’s wellbeing, safety and development.

Work closely with Mum to coordinate the children’s routines and daily activities.

Support the older children’s individual needs through patient, consistent care, following agreed strategies and guidance.

Care confidently for the baby and toddler, including feeding, changing, naps and age-appropriate play.

Manage school runs, outings and children’s appointments as required.

Plan engaging activities suited to each child’s age, interests and abilities, particularly during school holidays.

Prepare nutritious meals and snacks for the children, following the family’s preferences.

Support morning routines and, where working hours allow, evening and bedtime preparations.

Undertake nursery duties, including children’s laundry and keeping their bedrooms, play areas and equipment clean and organised.

Keep Mum informed about the children’s day, progress and any concerns.

The ideal candidate

Has proven professional nanny experience caring for children of different ages.

Has practical SEN experience, including supporting children with autism.

Has strong experience caring for young babies and toddlers.

Is calm, patient, caring and confident managing competing needs.

Is comfortable with both sole charge and shared care.

Is organised, proactive and dependable, with a flexible approach.

Holds a full driving licence and is a confident, safe driver.

Lives locally and can reliably accommodate the early starts and split shifts.

Holds an enhanced DBS check and current paediatric first aid certification.

Can provide excellent, checkable childcare references.

The family hopes to find a nanny who will become a trusted part of their household and offer consistent, long-term support.

Notice period: The family’s requested notice period is 12 weeks, to be included in the agreed employment contract.