Early Year Practitioner

Early Years Practitioner

A rewarding, part-time educator role, ideal for early years or primary practitioners who are

passionate about supporting families to build confidence in everyday maths through play.

About Babyzone

At Babyzone, we believe that every child deserves the strongest possible start in life,

regardless of their background or circumstances. Our community-driven hubs provide

warm, inclusive spaces where families feel welcomed, supported and confident.

Everyday Maths is one of Babyzone’s practical, research-informed sessions,

designed to help parents and children build early mathematical understanding through

play, interaction and daily routines. Delivered within our hubs, the programme empowers

families to feel confident using maths naturally at home and in everyday life.

Why This Role is Perfect for You

Are you an experienced early years or primary educator who enjoys working directly

with families? Are you confident leading small groups and passionate about learning

through play? This role is particularly suited to practitioners seeking flexible, part-time work

alongside other roles or commitments. It offers a meaningful opportunity to deliver high-

quality, curriculum-based sessions while being part of a supportive, values-driven

organisation.

The Opportunity

As an Everyday Maths Educator, you will deliver Babyzone’s Everyday Maths

curriculum at Babyzone Grimsby each week. You will play a vital role in creating a

welcoming, engaging and safe learning environment where parents, carers and children

can learn together.

You will:

• Deliver the Everyday Maths curriculum with fidelity, ensuring sessions follow the

intended structure, learning goals and ethos

• Make small, appropriate adjustments to delivery in response to the needs of local

families while preserving core content

• Prepare thoroughly for each session, including completing required online pre-

delivery modules on the Babyzone learning platform

Scale Space, 58 Wood Lane, London, W12 7RZ | [email protected]

Babyzone is a registered charity in England and Wales (1198316)• Create a warm, inclusive and supportive atmosphere where all families feel

encouraged to participate

• Model age-appropriate mathematical play and interactions, building families’

confidence to use maths in daily life

• Manage group dynamics to maintain a calm, positive and engaging session

environment

• Prioritise safeguarding, safety and wellbeing at all times, in line with Babyzone

expectations

• Work collaboratively with the Hub Manager and wider Babyzone team to support

smooth hub delivery and continuous improvement

• Support the set-up and breakdown of the Babyzone space and be available during

hub hours (8:30am–3:00pm) on delivery days

• Maintain accurate attendance and session records, delivering up to five 25-minute

sessions per day with a maximum of ten families per session

What You’ll Need

We’re looking for someone who:

• Has professional teaching experience with nursery, pre-primary or primary-aged

children

• Has a strong understanding of early childhood development and learning through

play

• Is confident building trust and rapport with families from diverse backgrounds

• Communicates clearly and confidently with both adults and children

• Is reliable, organised and comfortable delivering structured, curriculum-based

sessions

• Has a strong awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and a commitment to safe

practice

Personal Attributes

You will be someone who:

• Is deeply aligned with Babyzone’s mission, values and way of working

• Brings warmth, kindness and respect to their work with families

• Is enthusiastic about early maths and passionate about supporting families’

confidence

• Is reflective, open to feedback and committed to developing their practice

Scale Space, 58 Wood Lane, London, W12 7RZ | [email protected]

Babyzone is a registered charity in England and Wales (1198316)• Is dependable and excited to contribute to a positive Babyzone community setting

Role Details

• Location: Babyzone Grimsby, Horizon Youth Zone, Garth Lane, Grimsby, North East

Lincolnshire DN31 1RP

• Hours: 8:30am–3:00pm on delivery days

• Contract: Part-time, self-employed (professional indemnity and public liability

insurance required)

• Pay: £150 per delivery day

• Start Date: September 2026

• Reports to: Hub Manager / Programme Lead

What We Offer

• Full training on the Everyday Maths curriculum and Babyzone ethos

• A supportive team environment with ongoing coaching and guidance

• Flexible, part-time work that fits around other commitments

• The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on families’ early learning

experiences