At a Glance
- Tasks: Support a young child with developmental delays through nurturing care and therapeutic strategies.
- Company: Join a supportive family environment in Clapham, London.
- Benefits: Flexible hours, competitive pay, and the chance to make a real difference.
- Other info: Collaborate with professionals and enjoy a dynamic, rewarding role.
- Why this job: Be a vital part of a child's growth and development while working closely with a caring family.
- Qualifications: 2+ years of SEN childcare experience and a passion for helping children thrive.
The predicted salary is between 30000 - 40000 £ per year.
Location: Clapham, London, SW12
Days & Hours: Monday to Friday 8am - 7pm
Driver Essential - with own car
Live-out
Pets: None
Start Date: 1st October 2026
Qualifications & Experience:
- 2+ years SEN childcare or therapeutic support experience, ideally with young children with developmental delay and/or sensory processing differences
- Confident modelling language throughout the day — experience with speech delay and ideally with Gestalt Language Processing
- Experienced implementing OT strategies at home — including heavy work, deep pressure massage and movement-based regulation
- Understanding of sensory processing and sound hypersensitivity — able to read early signs of dysregulation and respond calmly
- Patient and creative at mealtimes — able to gently support feeding independence and broaden food repertoire without pressure
- Warm, nurturing and genuinely playful — someone B3 will trust and connect with
- Confident with newborns — comfortable with all aspects of newborn care
- Experienced working collaboratively as part of a multi-professional team — SLT, OT, physio and nursery
- Tenacious, can-do and adaptable — happy to flex the day based on how B3 is presenting
- Equally comfortable with household tasks (light housework, laundry, children's meal prep) as with childcare
- Happy working closely alongside Mum throughout the day in a team approach
SEN Specialist Nanny — Therapeutic Care, Mon–Fri, Live-Out 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.
