SEN Nanny/Manny in Tunbridge Wells, TN2. A rewarding part-time opportunity for a professional SEN Nanny/Manny to support an engaging, bright boy of 3 who has a diagnosis of Autistic Spectrum Condition (ASC). £20.00 gross per hour.
- Nearest Station: Tunbridge Wells
- Salary/Wage: £20.00 Gross Per Hour
- Driving Requirements: Not required, but could be useful for outings
- Essential: Enhanced DBS and SEN-trained, with experience (professional or personal) supporting autistic preschoolers in emotional regulation. Skilled in positive behaviour plans, sensory strategies, and de-escalation. Must be confident around large dogs and cats, fluent in English, and happy spending lots of time outdoors, including forest school and messy play.
- Start Date: May 2026
- Days & Hours: The role is 15 hours per week, spread over two days — one full day and one half day, or across three half days depending on matching the needs of both; the Nanny/Manny and the family. Example shifts could include a full day from 7:30am to 6:00pm, and a half day from 8:00am to 12:30pm or 2:00pm to 6:30pm.Pets in Home: Yes, 3 large dogs (2 German Shepherd & Newfoundland) and 3 Main Coon cats
- Recruiter Contact: Rachael rachael@snapcare.co.uk
About the Client/Child Ethan (3.5) is a bright, inquisitive child with a love of nature and exploration. He adores messy and water play, and spending time in the forest. He can focus for long periods with 1:1 activities with an adult, particularly around his favourite books; currently Gruffalo Child. He has strong fixated interests at different times, including snow, the Grinch, the North Pole, microbes, and snakes. He loves animals, the natural world and is trilingual, speaking and understanding English, Russian, and Ukrainian equally. Ethan has Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) and requires 1:1 support to engage safely in activities and develop his social interaction skills. He can display behaviours that challenge due to sensory/emotional overwhelm and can have difficulties with transitions or changes in routine. Ethan is also asthmatic so will occasionally require his inhaler. The role is long-term and focuses on structured, creative activities to support his social development while ensuring his safety and wellbeing.
The Role at a Glance As Ethan’s SEN Nanny/Manny, you will provide 1:1, tailored support to create a positive, nurturing environment that supports his emotional regulation, communication, and social development. Using a child-led, educator-informed approach, you’ll support daily routines and help Ethan express emotions, make requests, and build life skills. The role is active and varied, involving soft play, playground visits, forest school, outdoor exploration, and structured, development-focused activities. This is an ideal role for someone creative, outdoorsy, and motivated to help Ethan build confidence and develop his skills in a calm, encouraging way.
This Job Would Suit This role would suit someone who is confident, proactive, and hands-on, with a good understanding of child development, particularly Autism in preschool-aged children. The ideal candidate is patient, warm yet consistent with boundaries, motivated, and aware of SEN needs. They should be able to support positive choices, follow a child-led approach, and bring the right skills to engage and motivate Ethan. Experience can come from either professional or personal settings, and a genuine interest in developing skills further is welcomed. Must be happy around pets.
Why You’ll Love This Role You’ll be joining a welcoming family and supporting Ethan, a child with many interesting layers and a vibrant personality. Mum is a qualified clinical psychologist and is happy to provide additional training on emotional regulation in autistic children, therapeutic interventions, and behavioural strategies. She is also running workshops designed to support parents, which she is happy to offer as a complimentary learning opportunity — potentially extending to close family friends where appropriate.
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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