Early Year Practitioner

<p class="p1"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Early Years Practitioner</strong></span></p> <p class="p2">A rewarding, part-time educator role, ideal for early years or primary practitioners who are</p> <p class="p2">passionate about supporting families to build confidence in everyday maths through play.</p> <p class="p2">About Babyzone</p> <p class="p2">At Babyzone, we believe that every child deserves the strongest possible start in life,</p> <p class="p2">regardless of their background or circumstances. Our community-driven hubs provide</p> <p class="p2">warm, inclusive spaces where families feel welcomed, supported and confident.</p> <p class="p2">Everyday Maths is one of Babyzone’s practical, research-informed sessions,</p> <p class="p2">designed to help parents and children build early mathematical understanding through</p> <p class="p2">play, interaction and daily routines. Delivered within our hubs, the programme empowers</p> <p class="p2">families to feel confident using maths naturally at home and in everyday life.</p> <p class="p2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="p2"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Why This Role is Perfect for You</strong></span></p> <p class="p2">Are you an experienced early years or primary educator who enjoys working directly</p> <p class="p2">with families? Are you confident leading small groups and passionate about learning</p> <p class="p2">through play?&nbsp;This role is particularly suited to practitioners seeking flexible, part-time work</p> <p class="p2">alongside other roles or commitments. It offers a meaningful opportunity to deliver high-</p> <p class="p2">quality, curriculum-based sessions while being part of a supportive, values-driven</p> <p class="p2">organisation.</p> <p class="p2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="p2"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>The Opportunity</strong></span></p> <p class="p2">As an Everyday Maths Educator, you will deliver Babyzone’s Everyday Maths</p> <p class="p2">curriculum at Babyzone Grimsby each week. You will play a vital role in creating a</p> <p class="p2">welcoming, engaging and safe learning environment where parents, carers and children</p> <p class="p2">can learn together.</p> <p class="p2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="p2"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>You will:</strong></span></p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Deliver the Everyday Maths curriculum with fidelity, ensuring sessions follow the</p> <p class="p2">intended structure, learning goals and ethos</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Make small, appropriate adjustments to delivery in response to the needs of local</p> <p class="p2">families while preserving core content</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Prepare thoroughly for each session, including completing required online pre-</p> <p class="p2">delivery modules on the Babyzone learning platform</p> <p class="p3">Scale Space, 58 Wood Lane, London, W12 7RZ<span class="s2"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>|</span><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>hello@babyzone.org.uk</p> <p class="p2"><span class="s3">Babyzone is a registered charity in England and Wales (1198316)</span>•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Create a warm, inclusive and supportive atmosphere where all families feel</p> <p class="p2">encouraged to participate</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Model age-appropriate mathematical play and interactions, building families’</p> <p class="p2">confidence to use maths in daily life</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Manage group dynamics to maintain a calm, positive and engaging session</p> <p class="p2">environment</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Prioritise safeguarding, safety and wellbeing at all times, in line with Babyzone</p> <p class="p2">expectations</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Work collaboratively with the Hub Manager and wider Babyzone team to support</p> <p class="p2">smooth hub delivery and continuous improvement</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Support the set-up and breakdown of the Babyzone space and be available during</p> <p class="p2">hub hours (8:30am–3:00pm) on delivery days</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Maintain accurate attendance and session records, delivering up to five 25-minute</p> <p class="p2">sessions per day with a maximum of ten families per session</p> <p class="p2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="p2"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What You’ll Need</strong></span></p> <p class="p2">We’re looking for someone who:</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Has professional teaching experience with nursery, pre-primary or primary-aged</p> <p class="p2">children</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Has a strong understanding of early childhood development and learning through</p> <p class="p2">play</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Is confident building trust and rapport with families from diverse backgrounds</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Communicates clearly and confidently with both adults and children</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Is reliable, organised and comfortable delivering structured, curriculum-based</p> <p class="p2">sessions</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Has a strong awareness of safeguarding responsibilities and a commitment to safe</p> <p class="p2">practice</p> <p class="p2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="p2"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Personal Attributes</strong></span></p> <p class="p2">You will be someone who:</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Is deeply aligned with Babyzone’s mission, values and way of working</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Brings warmth, kindness and respect to their work with families</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Is enthusiastic about early maths and passionate about supporting families’</p> <p class="p2">confidence</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Is reflective, open to feedback and committed to developing their practice</p> <p class="p3">Scale Space, 58 Wood Lane, London, W12 7RZ<span class="s2"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>|</span><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span>hello@babyzone.org.uk</p> <p class="p2"><span class="s3">Babyzone is a registered charity in England and Wales (1198316)</span>•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Is dependable and excited to contribute to a positive Babyzone community setting</p> <p class="p2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="p2"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>Role Details</strong></span></p> <p class="p4">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span><span class="s4">Location: Babyzone Grimsby,<span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Horizon Youth Zone, Garth Lane, Grimsby, North East</p> <p class="p4">Lincolnshire DN31 1RP</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Hours: 8:30am–3:00pm on delivery days</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Contract: Part-time, self-employed (professional indemnity and public liability</p> <p class="p2">insurance required)</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Pay: £150 per delivery day</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Start Date: September 2026</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Reports to: Hub Manager / Programme Lead</p> <p class="p2">&nbsp;</p> <p class="p2"><span style="text-decoration: underline;"><strong>What We Offer</strong></span></p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Full training on the Everyday Maths curriculum and Babyzone ethos</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>A supportive team environment with ongoing coaching and guidance</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>Flexible, part-time work that fits around other commitments</p> <p class="p2">•<span class="s1"><span class="Apple-converted-space">&nbsp;</span></span>The opportunity to make a meaningful impact on families’ early learning</p> <p class="p2">experiences</p>