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Nanny (Special needs)


Location

Market Drayton, Shropshire | United Kingdom


Job description

Are you seeking something different? Fancy a new challenge? We are seeking a proactive, firm but fair, dog loving, nanny/support worker or Nanny/support worker/ housekeeper for our daughter ( young adult with disabilities).

We are seeking either a 3 days per week ( 24 hours across M - W) P/T nanny/support worker or F/T ( 40 hours) nanny/support worker/housekeeper either on a live in/live out basis for a disabled young adult in Shropshire

G is a 22 year old young lady, who, due to her disability, cognitively is like a young child and so needs someone with the nanny/childcare skills, as well as disability care experience/interest ideally.

G requires support with all aspects of her daily life and to help her live life to the fullest. Including support with personal care. It’s not the easiest role, but it is rewarding and it can be bundles of fun for the right person who just ‘gets’ her.

G is a very caring, loving young lady who has a great sense of humour - however due to her needs can get anxious & confused & this shows through her behaviours at times.

We are looking for someone who has experience, or a genuine interest in supporting children/young people with disabilities ( autism/learning difficulties ), particularly behaviours that challenge ( not physical aggression towards others), is resilient, caring, firm, yet fair and who understands the need to follow a set routine when they are caring for her and be proactive in planning activities such as art, baking, music, community visits etc.
Mixture of sole and shared support ( with another support worker)

Someone who loves animals is also required as we have bouncy boxers.

For the F/T role you will also be responsible for the tidiness and organisation of the home. .

Female candidates only please due to the personal care requirements, someone who can ‘muck in’, be proactive and help with day to day life is required, as well is a good level of English and professionalism.


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