I've done a tiny bit of proofreading and know a few people. If you come up short elsewhere then I can try - I'm definitely not in the industry but might just about be able to put you in touch with somebody who might know somebody!
Yes, I've just completed a set of 10 poems for children, I would need a publisher and an illustrator, I've talked to 2 publishers in London, but they're wanting anything from £1500 to £3000 up front. I would ideally like to work with someone local to get my book in progress.
What does … mean ;-) Yeah i wouldn't use the forum / social media style for them of course. But i guess that applies to more than just the grammar.