Sennie (SEN SPECIALIST/NANNY/MANNY) for B8 - PPH 037

• Minimum of 2+ years SEN childcare experience 
• Kind, patient, and nurturing
• Energetic and engaging
• Willing to learn about B8’s individual needs, personality, and special interests, using these as a foundation for connection and learning.
• Tech-savvy, comfortable using technology for communication, educational play, or assisting with school and therapy-related activities.
• Fluent English speaker (first language) to support clear communication and model language development due to B8’s speech delay.

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• Provide consistent after-school and/or daytime support for B8 in a calm, low-demand, and nurturing environment that promotes his confidence and emotional regulation.
• Encourage B8’s independence in daily routines such as dressing, eating, and transitioning between activities, using gentle guidance and positive reinforcement.
• Support B8’s communication and interaction skills, following strategies recommended by his Speech and Language Therapist (SaLT) and Occupational Therapist (OT).
• Help B8 manage transitions and expectations by preparing him for changes in routine and using strategies that minimise anxiety or resistance.
• Engage B8 in play and activities that align with his interests — such as drawing, reading, swimming, and outdoor play — to encourage learning, creativity, and physical development.
• Act as an extra set of “eyes and ears” to ensure B8’s safety and wellbeing at all times, particularly when out in the community or during activities that require supervision.
• Promote self-regulation and emotional awareness through calm, patient, and empathetic responses, helping B8 to recognise and manage his emotions in a supportive way.
• Collaborate closely with the family and therapy team to ensure consistency in approach, communication strategies, and developmental goals.
• Maintain a balanced approach to screen time — supporting its use as a tool for regulation while also encouraging engagement in offline activities and social interaction.
• Provide feedback and regular updates to parents on progress, challenges, and any observations that can support B8’s ongoing development and wellbeing.