Au pair for neurodivergent 3 year old boy
Au pair for neurodivergent 3 year old boy
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Job Description
This is a unique opportunity to become a valued part of a small closeknit family based in Lusaka Zambia. The family is seeking a highenergy natureloving kind patient and resilient individual to support their bright neurodivergent 3yearold son. He enjoys the outdoors jumping on the trampoline riding his balance bike playing with switches and wheels and is particularly strong with numbers.
Main Purpose of the Role
To provide handson support for his specific developmental needs through a nurturing consistent and neuroaffirming approach. A strong interest in neurodiversity and a commitment to being a secure longterm source of support are essential.
Requirements
- Become an active member of a multidisciplinary team using the S.P.E.L.L framework.
- Collaborate with his occupational and speech therapists to meet developmental goals.
- Offer companionship and emotional support at home.
- Support selfregulation and reduce anxiety through a lowarousal approach.
- Fetch him from nursery school and accompany the family to therapy sessions.
- Engage in developmental and fun sensory play meal preparation feeding and nappy changes.
- Assist with routines using visual aids and support his executive functioning and sensory profile.
- Prepare meals that are appropriate for his sensory needs.
General Requirements
- Valid driver s license Essential
- Fluent English Essential
Knowledge & Skills
- Familiarity with lowarousal childled neuroaffirming approaches Essential
- Previous experience working with autistic toddlers Essential
- A strong understanding and knowledge of Autism Spectrum Disorder Essential
- Understanding of neurodivergent support needs Essential
- Training in DIR Floortime approach Desirable
- Ability to reduce stress/anxiety using calm and attuned responses Essential
- Strong verbal and nonverbal communication Essential
- Organisational skills and ability to implement structure Essential
- Social play and life skills Essential
- Relationshipbuilding skills Essential
Benefits
Training & Support
The successful candidate will receive training from the NDC Facilitation Academy and personalised support from a registered counsellor for 4 6 weeks. Ongoing collaboration with a multidisciplinary team at The Neurodiversity Centre will be provided.
Benefits
- Full training and support from a neurodiversityinformed team.
- Stay in a private cottage on the family s property.
- Access to a vehicle.
- Travel with the family for holidays to their game farm in central Zambia.
- Visa and travel arrangements will be covered for candidates.
Working Hours
- Monday to Friday: 13:00 19:00
- Saturday: 09:00 13:00
Hours may change during school holidays.
Salary: R15 000 R20 000 depending on qualifications and experience
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Thank you for your interest.
Employment Type
Full Time
