Looking for a new career/job

[mrsmiserable]

Starting a New Career After Being a SAHM for 10 Years

I've been a SAHM for the past 10 years, and with my youngest starting school in September, I'm excited to return to the workforce. Before this, I worked as an English as a Second Language teacher in overseas, and as a nanny here in the UK. English is my second language; I speak fluently but I'm not a native speaker. Over the years, I've developed a deep interest in supporting children with ASD and ADHD, and I suspect I might be autistic myself. However, I struggle with low self-esteem and could use some guidance on where to begin. I can’t drive but am learning.

Given my background and interests, what are some good steps to take in retraining for a new career? Any advice or resources would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks!

I would perhaps look out for SEND teaching assistant roles on your council's website. It would tie in well to having children at school with timings.

If you could get a 1:1 TA job in a mainstream school, the likelihood is that you'd be supporting a student with autism or ADHD. This would be an easier transition in as you've been out of the workforce. Then, with experience, you could move to a SEND school, or train as a HLTA/teacher, if you wanted to further that path.

Alternatively, there are probably support worker jobs with the council that help families and bring about early intervention.

Good luck!

Thank you!