N1 |SEN Nanny/Manny

SEN Nanny/Manny, London, N1. A unique and rewarding full-time opportunity for an experienced SEN Nanny or Manny to support two neurodivergent brothers aged 12 and 6 within a highly reflective, neuro-affirmative family environment in North London. Up to £60,000.00+ gross per annum.
* Nearest Station: Angel
* Salary/Wage: Up to £21.00–£23.00 Gross per hour | Up to £60,000.00 + Gross per annum (depending on experience)
* Driving Requirements: Preferable, but not essential
* Essential: Previous SEN/neurodivergent experience, swimmer, non-smoker/vaper
* Desirable: Experience supporting PDA profiles, autistic burnout, home education, therapeutic/psychology-based backgrounds, mental health support experience, or FE in psychology, mental health studies or related fields
* Start Date: ASAP
* Days & Hours: 55 hours a week. Monday to Friday between 7:30am and 6:30pm
* Pets in Home: 2 friendly cats in the home; the family are currently on the waiting list for an Autism Support Dog
* Recruiter Contact: Suhada | (url removed)
About the Children Tom (12) and Chris (6) are neurodivergent brothers living in North London in a supportive, structured home with parents and a wider professional team. We are seeking an experienced SEN Nanny or Manny to provide consistent, low-demand, co-regulatory support within a child-led environment where emotional safety, trust and nervous system regulation are prioritised above routine, compliance or expectation. Both boys’ capacity fluctuates day to day depending on anxiety, sensory load and wellbeing, making flexibility, patience and attuned responsiveness essential. Tom is home educated following Emotionally Based School Avoidance (EBSA) and presents with PDA traits, anxiety and overwhelm. He enjoys gaming, technology, YouTube and deep interest-led conversations, thriving when pressure is reduced and engagement is built through trust, humour and autonomy. Chris is experiencing autistic burnout with variable capacity; he enjoys gaming, YouTube, imaginative play, humour, swimming and sensory activities. He needs rest and low stimulation at times and flourishes through playful, connected interaction when regulated. Both boys respond best to calm, emotionally regulated adults who build trust gradually, follow their lead and adapt fluidly to their changing needs.
The Role at a Glance You will work closely with parents and professionals to provide emotionally safe, co-regulatory and highly individualised support for both brothers. This is a relationship-based, child-led role where trust, connection and emotional safety are prioritised, with behaviours understood as communication of nervous system stress rather than something to correct or manage. The role will initially focus on building safe, trusting relationships through calm companionship, sensory regulation, low-demand interaction and home-based support tailored to the boys’ daily capacity, interests and emotional readiness. A key part of the role will involve planning and facilitating engaging, interest-led activities within the home environment, creating opportunities for connection, creativity and enjoyment at the boys’ pace and comfort level. Over time, and only as trust develops, the role may gradually evolve to include supporting the boys within the community and accessing activities outside the home when they feel ready. The role also includes supporting emotional wellbeing, confidence and home education where appropriate, alongside practical household duties such as meal preparation, laundry and general household tasks. A strong understanding of co-regulation, reducing demands, supporting autonomy and recognising signs of overwhelm is essential, alongside the ability to remain calm, flexible and responsive to changing emotional and sensory needs.
This Job Would Suit This role would suit an experienced SEN professional with a warm, reflective and adaptable approach. Ideal backgrounds include SEN, neurodivergent support, psychology, OT, youth work or mental health. You should be able to build trust gradually, work collaboratively with the family and feel confident working within a child-led environment.
Why You’ll Love This Role A rare opportunity to work within a home that genuinely prioritises relationship-based support, emotional wellbeing and nervous system safety, with ongoing learning, PDA-informed training and multidisciplinary collaboration.
Recruitment Process Snap Care is managing the full recruitment process, including shortlisting, recruiter interviews and arranging employer interviews. Please note: Unfortunately, we are unable to provide sponsorship for any of our vacancies