Books and Boogie Session Leader
Books and Boogie Closing date: Sun, 28 Feb 2027
- Full time
- Under £10K
Thu, 29 Oct 2026 "> published -
Job Summary
Job Description
Books & Boogie is looking for a brilliant, fun and energetic Session Leader to join our growing team!
We create magical, interactive experiences for babies and young children through stories, music, movement, singing, dancing, sensory play and imaginative activities. We bring children's books to life and create sessions that are energetic, engaging and, most importantly, lots of fun!
We are looking for freelance Session Leaders to deliver sessions across South Bucks, with a particular focus on nursery sessions and children's parties, alongside opportunities for regular classes, pop-ups and special events.
This is a varied and exciting freelance role, working with children from babies through to around 8 years old. Every session is different, and our approach is highly interactive and theatrical. Think puppets, silly songs, dancing, storytelling, imaginative play and plenty of getting involved!
You don't need to be a professional performer or have formal childcare qualifications. We are much more interested in your personality, enthusiasm and ability to connect with children. You might be a performer, teacher, nursery practitioner, children's entertainer, student, parent or simply someone who has a naturally fun and theatrical personality.
Full Books & Boogie training is provided, including our session structure, songs, choreography, activities, props and approach to working with different age groups. You'll have access to our existing session plans and resources, so you'll be fully supported as you learn to deliver the Books & Boogie experience.
The role is freelance and flexible, making it ideal for someone looking for part-time work around other commitments. Currently, 3 hours per week to offer. This is increasing all the time plus party and workshop possibilities. The job could be shared between 2 or more people depending on availability.
Fee: £25 p/h
Some nurseries and parties are paid at a higher rate
Job Requirements
We're looking for someone:
- Warm, friendly and fantastic with children
- Fun, energetic, expressive and naturally theatrical
- Confident leading and engaging a group
- Reliable, punctual and professional
- Comfortable working with children from babies to age 5+, ideally up to age 8
- Confident communicating with parents, carers and nursery staff
- Organised and able to work independently
- Passionate about creating fun, positive experiences for children
- Flexible and happy to work across different settings and venues
Previous experience with children, babies, toddlers, nurseries, teaching, performing arts, dance, drama, singing, musical theatre or children's entertainment is desirable but not essential.
No formal childcare or performing arts qualifications are required.Personality, confidence and the ability to connect with children are just as important as experience.
Enhanced DBS Required
A full driving licence and access to your own car are essential.
Job Responsibilities
- Deliver engaging Books & Boogie sessions in nurseries, children's parties, classes and special events
- Bring children's books to life through storytelling, singing, music, movement, dance, drama and imaginative play
- Confidently lead groups of babies, toddlers and young children
- Use puppets, props, sensory activities and music to create fun, interactive experiences
- Learn and follow Books & Boogie session plans, songs, activities and choreography
- Adapt sessions to suit different ages, group sizes and settings
- Create a warm, welcoming and inclusive environment for children and their grown-ups
- Communicate professionally with parents, carers and nursery staff
- Arrive punctually, prepared and ready to deliver each session
- Set up and pack away equipment, props and resources responsibly
- Follow Books & Boogie safeguarding, health and safety and professional standards
- Represent the Books & Boogie brand positively and professionally at every session
Job Overview
- Job Title: Books and Boogie Session Leader
- Salary: Under £10K
- Hours: Full time
- Role: Teaching
- Contract: Hybrid
- Closing date: Sun, 28 Feb 2027
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Location:
South East
How to Apply
If you think you could be a great fit for Books & Boogie, we’d love to hear from you!
Please email **[email protected]** with:
- Your CV
- A short introduction telling us a little about yourself, your experience with children and why you’d love to join Books & Boogie. We’d love to know about any experience you have in performing, teaching, childcare, children's entertainment, singing, dance, drama or musical theatre. Not sure if it’s relevant - let us know anyway! :)
There’s no need for a formal cover letter, just tell us a little about you in your own words. If you're warm, energetic, reliable, professional and genuinely love making children smile, we'd love to hear from you!
Closing date: 28th Feb 2027, 23:59
- Contact email: [email protected]
About Books and Boogie
Books & Boogie creates magical, interactive experiences for babies and young children through stories, music, movement, singing, dancing and imaginative play. From weekly classes and nursery sessions to children's parties and special events, we bring beloved books to life in fun, energetic and memorable ways. Our mission is simple: to inspire a lifelong love of stories, music, movement and imagination.