You don’t have to be in the classroom to influence what happens inside it

Teachers, kids’ yoga instructors, wellbeing coaches and youth workers all share a common drive: to help children feel calmer, happier and more resilient. But many find themselves stuck, battling red tape, chasing funding, or spending more time on admin than actually working with young people.

What if you could still make a meaningful impact in schools, without being employed by one?

That is exactly what Big Little Spark licencees do every day.

Making change from the outside in

It is easy to assume the only way to change school culture is to be on the inside. But our work proves otherwise.

As external wellbeing specialists, licencees are often given the space and trust to deliver focused support that simply would not be possible within the constraints of the school timetable.

They are not stuck in endless meetings. Instead, they are running practical sessions that help children regulate emotions, build confidence and introduce calming strategies that ripple through classrooms long after the session ends.

Why your background matters

Whether you have been a teacher, a kids’ yoga facilitator, a youth worker or a community coach, your skills translate beautifully into this work. You already know how to engage children, how to hold their attention and how to create safe, positive spaces.

The Big Little Spark licence is not about corporate jargon or running a big operation. It is about taking your existing skills and passion and using our ready-made resources, training and tools to deliver something schools genuinely need.

From one setting to many

Instead of working with just one class, you could be supporting children across multiple schools and nurseries, or even in local community groups. This means you can:

• Tailor your sessions for different ages and needs
• Share wellbeing practices across settings
• Reach more children who might not otherwise access support

What does a typical week look like?

Every licencee works differently, but a week might include:

• Delivering emotional regulation sessions in schools or nurseries
• Following up with teachers to book new blocks of sessions
• Attending a local networking event to connect with educators
• Preparing for sessions using our ready-made lesson plans
• Sharing highlights and stories from your work on social media

It is proactive, not reactive. And with the right planning, you can balance income and impact while keeping space for family and personal time.

Purpose-led, flexible, and supported

Let’s be clear: the licence is not a hobby. It takes commitment and consistency. But you are not starting from scratch. With Big Little Spark you get:

• Tried-and-tested session plans
• Bitesize training to build confidence
• Marketing templates and resources to save time

You bring the drive, we give you the framework.

Still want to make a difference?

There is no shortage of children needing support with their wellbeing. What schools are short on is time and resources — and that is where you can step in.

If you are passionate about children’s wellbeing and want to shape something of your own, the Big Little Spark licence could be your next step.

Find out more about the Big Little Spark licence here