Nanny (Special needs)

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ZI459 - Live-Out ROTA Nanny - Chelsea, London

Overview
A wonderful Chelsea-based family seeks a brilliant live-out ROTA nanny. The rotational set-up will be 2 weeks on/off, with a daily schedule of 8.30am-8pm. While the position is mainly live-out, the parents do travel regularly for work, at which point the position will become 24/hr live-in. There will likely also be some international travel required of the nanny.

The successful candidate will join a staffed household and contribute to the outstanding care and development of a 5yr old girl and, occasionally, her younger sister. Candidates should have experience caring for children with additional needs, who may need support with transitions and self-regulation, and who appreciate consistency and structure.

Responsibilities
Work effectively as part of a household to support the children, ensuring their continued well-being and development
Prepare simple meals and snacks when required
Support transitions and self-regulation using positive reinforcement and gentle, consistent boundaries
Research local activities, classes, outings and sports for the children, developing their interests, building on their curiosity, and encouraging their imagination and creativity
School runs (no driving required)
Use appropriate and calming language that helps with big emotions
Provide structure and consistency around familiar routines, and be creative in how travel and periods away from usual daily routines are handled
Encourage age-appropriate independence, responsibility and positive habits
Accompany the family on some international trips
Potentially assist with some family assistant-style duties (eg.occasional errands, children's logistics, liasing with schools etc)
Working with the team to build on successes and to learn from behaviours
Requirements
A consistently kind, gentle and empathetic approach, while also confident setting clear and consistent boundaries
Innate ability to read the room, with an understanding of when to be 'present' and when to step back
A calm, easy-going personality, with an ability to adjust, pivot and be flexible around the family's needs and preferences
Honesty and integrity, and a willingness to learn
Professional (or possibly personal) experience supporting children with autism
Experience working with school-aged children (and younger siblings), supporting their daily routines and activities
Calm and patient personality, with a nurturing, positive and pitch-in approach
A confident swimmer
Reliable, punctual, professional and discreet
Excellent communicator
Legally able to work in the UK
Salary and Benefits
Generous salary on offer to exceptional candidates, from £75,000 gross pa DOE