Tell us about your care needs and we'll confirm their availability and help arrange an introduction.
Maria is a compassionate and highly qualified Senior SEN Support Worker and Family Care Assistant with a Master's Degree in Special Educational Needs and over a decade of hands-on experience in 1:1 autism support, mother-and-baby care, and safeguarding. She brings deep expertise in overnight monitoring, sensory de-escalation, positive behaviour support, and trauma-informed care for vulnerable families and individuals with complex needs. Bilingual in English and Spanish, Maria is known for her calm, patient, and reliable approach, making her an exceptional carer for those requiring specialist and dedicated support.
London Borough of Hammersmith & Fulham (and Partner Agencies)
Specialist Foster Carer (Mother & Baby / SEN Support)·2023 – Present
Maria delivers 24/7 direct home care and structured support for vulnerable mothers and infants, assisting with daily infant care, feeding routines, safety practices, and emotional regulation. She provides specialist 1:1 care for children with complex Special Educational Needs (SEN) and Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC), utilising calm, trauma-informed practices to handle high-stress or emergency situations. She maintains clear observation logs and communicates effectively with multidisciplinary health and social care teams.
Calm Steps Consulting
Founder & SEN Consultant·2025 – 2026
Maria founded and led Calm Steps Consulting, designing and delivering practical resources and 1:1 guidance for parents supporting children with autism and SEN. She created bespoke sensory routines, behavioural strategies, and home-based support tools tailored to individual family needs.
Private client
1:1 SEN Care Assistant / Support Worker·2011 – 2022
Maria provided direct 1:1 care and assistance for children and young people with learning disabilities and autism over an 11-year period. She supported clients with personal care, structured daily activities, and the development of independent living skills.
East London University
Master's Degree (MA/MSc)·Completed 2016
London Metropolitan University
Bachelor's Degree·Completed 2009
Safeguarding Children & Vulnerable Adults (Level 3)
Autism Spectrum Condition (ASC) Awareness & Positive Behavior Support
Parent & Child Placement Assessment Training
First Aid & Paediatric First Aid
Enhanced DBS Certificate (Registered on the Update Service)
Yes — once you've spoken with our team, we'll arrange an introduction with carers who are a good fit. This gives you the chance to ask questions and make sure it feels right before moving forward.
Simply give us a call and tell us a bit about your needs. We'll confirm availability, suggest the best carers (including Maria if suitable), and guide you through the next steps.
Availability can change quickly. When you speak to us, we'll check Maria's current availability and recommend similar carers if needed, so you're not limited to just one option.