SEN Nanny / Manny | OX44

SEN Nanny / Manny in a village in South Oxfordshire, OX44. This is a rewarding part-time opportunity for an experienced and enthusiastic SEN Nanny / Manny to support Theo, an active 9-year-old boy who loves swimming, sensory play and being outdoors. Up to £26.00 gross per hour.

• Salary/Wage: £33,696.00 Gross Per Annum | £24.00ph gross weekdays | £26.00ph gross weekends
• Driving Requirements: Yes. An electric family car may be available for use while on duty; however, candidates will also need access to their own vehicle due to the family's rural location and for occasions when the family car is unavailable. Mileage will be reimbursed, and a car seat will be provided.
• Essential: Experience supporting autistic children and/or children with additional needs. Confident supporting emotional regulation, maintaining routines and assisting with personal care where required. Willingness to complete Autism Awareness training and Safeguarding Children Level 1.
• Desirable: Previous experience supporting non-verbal autistic children. Experience taking children swimming.
• Start Date: ASAP.
• Days & Hours: 23 hours per week, Monday to Thursday 2:45pm – 7:45pm and Friday 2:45 - 5:45
  Weekends: Guaranteed minimum 16 hours per month, usually across 1–2 planned weekends. Dates agreed in advance to support work–life balance.
• Pets in Home: None
• Accommodation Provided: Own bedroom and bathroom available for occasional overnight stays.
• Recruiter Contact: Rachael rachael@snapcare.co.uk

About the Client/Child Theo is an engaging 9-year-old who is happiest when he is busy and on the move. He loves swimming, water play, messy play, music, climbing, trampolining and time outdoors. He also enjoys calm indoor spaces when he needs to decompress. Theo is autistic, non-verbal and has ADHD, global delay and sensory processing difficulties. He communicates his needs by taking adults to what he wants, using simple signals and with communication boards at school. He understands well when instructions are kept simple and calmly delivered, and he responds best to a patient, reassuring approach.

The Role at a Glance This is a varied and rewarding role supporting Theo after school and at weekends, helping him transition from school, engage in his favourite activities, and remain safe and regulated through calm, consistent routines. The role includes support with after-school routines, meals, personal care, and a range of indoor and outdoor activities such as swimming, outdoor play, sensory activities and community outings. Close supervision is required at all times, particularly in kitchens, bathrooms and community settings, as Theo can become unsettled if unwell, uncomfortable or overwhelmed. Weekend hours are planned in advance to support predictability and work–life balance. Theo sleeps through the night, so overnight disturbance is unlikely. Both parents are doctors and may have occasional on-call commitments; any flexibility required is always agreed in advance. During school holidays, weekday hours may vary slightly but are planned and confirmed ahead of time.

This Job Would Suit This role suits someone experienced with autistic children and/or additional needs who is calm, energetic, confident with de-escalation, and comfortable supporting personal care and active play. Drivers are essential due to rural location.

Why You’ll Love This Role The family has created a warm, spacious and well equipped home, with dedicated indoor and outdoor space designed around Theo's needs. There is plenty of room for him to play, stay calm and enjoy his favourite activities. If you enjoy making a meaningful difference to a child's life while working in a supportive setting, this role offers real purpose as well as flexibility and variety.

Recruitment Process This vacancy is being managed through Snap Care’s Shortlist Service. We will review all applications and verify the essential criteria are met before passing suitable CVs and contact details to our client/case manager, who will continue the recruitment process directly. By applying, you consent to your details being shared with our client.

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