SEN Rota Nanny
Overview
A private family is looking for an experienced Rota Nanny to care for their two-year-old son, who has special needs (Williams Syndrome). The Nanny will have full charge of him during the day while his parents are at work, and will be a consistent, confident presence in his daily life.
The role is one week on/off, live-in during the duty week, with two Nannies sharing the rota. He has a full weekday therapy schedule – occupational, physical and speech therapy – and the Nanny will attend his sessions, build strong working relationships with his specialists and carry their guidance through at home.
The family would love someone outgoing who will actively seek out opportunities for him to socialise with other children. A nursing background would be a real advantage – the current Nanny is a registered nurse with elderly and special needs care experience, but the family is very open to candidates from other caregiving backgrounds with proven special needs experience.
The family spend extended periods overseas and in Canada, typically three to six months at a time, so the Nanny must be happy to travel with them.
There are two Rota Nanny positions available.
Job duties
Responsibilities of the SEN Rota Nanny in South Florida, include:
- Full charge of the child during the day while his parents are at work.
- Managing daily routines including meals, bathing, nappy changes, dressing, naps and transitions.
- Preparing healthy meals and snacks for the child in line with family and specialist guidance.
- Attending his Monday to Friday occupational, physical and speech therapy appointments and building good relationships with each specialist.
- Implementing therapists’ and doctors’ recommendations at home, following the family’s written care plan.
- Planning engaging, developmentally appropriate activities – walks, sensory play, reading and developmental exercises.
- Proactively finding opportunities for him to socialise with other children, including playdates and playgroups.
- Responding to night wakings during the duty week – he usually wakes once or twice a night.
- Keeping a daily record of meals, sleep, activities, appointments and observations, and giving the parents clear, timely updates.
- Noting and reporting any changes in his condition, behaviour, sleep or appetite, and following the family’s medication and emergency protocols.
- Driving him to appointments and activities in the family car.
- Child-related household duties: his laundry, keeping his bedroom and play areas tidy, keeping supplies stocked, and packing for appointments, outings and travel.
- Travelling with the family overseas and to Canada for periods of three to six months.
- A weekly deep clean is handled by an external housekeeping company and the parents manage their own laundry.
Candidates must be/have:
- Proven professional experience caring for children with special needs (essential).
- A nursing background is a strong plus, though candidates from other caregiving backgrounds are very welcome.
- Emotionally mature, confident and self-assured, able to work independently without close supervision.
- Comfortable taking direction from doctors and therapists and acting on it independently.
- Outgoing and sociable, with the initiative to create social opportunities for the child.
- Calm, patient, affectionate and dependable, with a consistent approach to routines.
- Current paediatric First Aid and CPR certification, or willing to obtain both before starting.
- Full, clean driving licence and confident driving with a young child.
- Fluent English and able to keep clear, accurate written care notes.
- Comfortable lifting and carrying a toddler and his everyday equipment.
- Highly organised, discreet and sound in judgement.
- Right to work in the US and a valid passport, and happy to travel for extended periods.
- Willing to complete an enhanced background check, driving record check and references.
- Experience with genetic or developmental conditions would be a bonus.
Accommodation
During rota: A private bedroom and ensuite bathroom provided within the family home, and have use of the family car.
Off rota: A company apartment for the off week will be arranged.
Hours
Rota – one week on/off, live-in whilst on rota.
Full charge during the day while the parents are at work, plus availability for night wakings.
Location
South Florida, USA, with extended travel overseas and to Canada (three to six months at a time).
Salary
Up to $130,000, with flexibility for outstanding candidates.
Job ref
CP1102: SEN Rota Nanny in South Florida, USA + travel.
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