At a Glance
- Tasks: Support two amazing kids with autism through fun activities and daily routines.
- Company: A caring family in Bowdon, looking for a nurturing SEN specialist.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive pay, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Perfect for someone creative, patient, and ready to bring joy to everyday learning.
- Why this job: Join a rewarding role where you can help children thrive and grow.
- Qualifications: Experience with SEN childcare and a full UK driving licence required.
The predicted salary is between 24300 - 29700 £ per year.
G7 - Autism, PDA and Gestalt Language Processor (Stage 4)
Location: Bowdon, Altrincham, WA14
Days & Hours: Approx. 32 hrs/week, rising to approx. 36 during school holidays.
- Mon–Thurs: 7 hrs/day (28 hrs total) — e.g. 7–10am school prep/run/tidying; 1.45pm –5:45pm food prep and activities
- Friday: approx. 4 hrs (flexible around Mum's work commitments)
- Plus an average of 5 hrs/week weekend support (approx. 3 weekends per year, pooled by agreement)
Driver: Essential - with own car
Live in/out: Live-out
Pets: Dog(s)
Start Date: ASAP
Requirements:
- 2+ years of SEN childcare experience
- Full, clean UK driving licence with own car
- Understanding of Autism and neurodivergent support needs
- Calm, caring, honest, trustworthy, fun and nurturing
- High reliability, given the parents' work commitments
- Understanding and experience of PDA (Pathological Demand Avoidance)
- Confident cooking and batch-cooking nutritious meals for the whole family
Who would suit this role:
- Experienced working with children, particularly those who are Autistic or have a PDA profile
- Patient and nurturing, confident building self-esteem and celebrating small wins
- Creative, able to bring fun, hands-on activities into everyday learning and enjoys interactive reading and storytelling
- Flexible and adaptable, balancing G7's need for structure with opportunities for socialisation
- Playful, fit and active — happy to join in trampoline and park play
- A positive role model who helps both children build confidence in their own abilities
Responsibilities:
- Support the morning routine from around 7am and complete the school run (drop-off and collection)
- Prepare and give the children their tea, and support with homework
- Support B9 with focus, confidence-building and celebrating his effort and progress
- Support G7's communication and social skills, and her progress with reading, phonics and maths through play-based, structured activities
- Use sensory circuits and calm, structured strategies to support G7 during moments of dysregulation
- Maintain a calm, tidy home with toys and craft activities set up ready for after school, and plan engaging arts, crafts and baking activities
- Prepare nutritious home-cooked meals and batch cook for the whole family; light household tasks such as ironing and tidying the children's areas
- Provide occasional weekend cover (approx. 3 weekends per year) and ad-hoc evening support, arranged by mutual agreement
- Liaise closely with parents on routines, progress and any therapy strategies (OT, SLT, tutoring)
Sennie (SEN Specialist/Nanny) for B9 & G7 in Altrincham employer: Sennies Ltd
Sennies Ltd is an exceptional employer that prioritises the well-being and development of both its employees and the families they support. With a strong focus on creating a nurturing work environment in Tooting, staff are encouraged to grow through ongoing training and support, while enjoying the flexibility of part-time hours. The company values compassion and dedication, making it a rewarding place for those looking to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children with special educational needs.
