Flexible Work for Educators
Flexible Work for Educators
Build a bookselling business that fits around school hours
Turn your passion for books into extra income
If you work in education, you'll already know how powerful books can be.
Teachers, teaching assistants, librarians and other education professionals make great Independent Usborne Partners, sharing their love of children's books while building a flexible business.
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Why Usborne Community Partnerships is ideal for people working in schools
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Flexible around your school day Build your business around your existing role |
Earn extra income Get commission from every book you sell as your business grows |
Join a welcoming community Connect with other Partners, share ideas and learn together |
No sales experience needed Access training, useful tools and ongoing support to help you get started |
Designed to fit around your commitments
Being an Independent Usborne Partner gives you the flexibility to get involved when it suits you. Whether you have a few hours each week or more time during school holidays, you can choose the opportunities that work best for you.
- During term time
Recommend books, connect with families and run events around your existing commitments. - During school holidays
Use extra time to attend fairs, organise events and focus on growing your Usborne business. - Throughout the year
Take part in seasonal opportunities, from World Book Day and Christmas fairs to local community events.
How it works in 4 easy steps
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1. Choose your Mentor
Your Mentor will guide you through joining Usborne and help you get started. |
2. Sign up online
Complete a quick form and we'll send you everything you need to get started. |
3. Receive your Starter Kit
Your kit includes a selection of Usborne books that are perfect for school children. |
4. Start sharing books
Build your bookselling business around your school schedule! |
What happens next?
Once you become an Independent Usborne Partner, you'll receive your Starter Kit and everything you need to begin your Usborne journey, including:
- Support from your Mentor
Your Mentor will be there to answer questions, share ideas and help you take your first steps. - Resources to help you get started
Access videos, webinars and guides packed with tips and ideas. - A network of support
Connect with fellow Partners who are ready to share advice, ideas and encouragement.
Launch with everything you need
For £48*, you get a Starter Kit worth over £150 with:
- Bestselling books for curious children of all ages
- Catalogues and leaflets you can share with your customers
- SPECIAL OFFER – join by 31st October and get an extra 5 books in your Starter Kit, taking the total value to over £200!
*Plus an additional £12 delivery fee for Partners joining outside the UK.
Your Starter Kit contains:
Retail Value excluding stationery: £191.78
Total Retail Value: £200.78
Partners joining outside the UK will be charged an additional £12 delivery.
We reserve the right to replace books in the kit with others of similar value.
What you can expect
As an Independent Usborne Partner, you can build your business around your commitments, with the tools and support to help you get started.
- Receive 20-24% commission on every order
- 2-4% monthly Personal Sales Bonus on sales above threshold
- Use affiliate links to earn commission from online orders
- An online business portal to manage your business
Through my own book shop, I can support families, nurseries and schools, organise reading events, and make books more accessible to children in my community. It feels incredibly rewarding to know that I'm helping to create positive reading experiences for families.
Frequently asked questions
Do I have to be a teacher to become an Independent Usborne Partner?
No. You don't need to be a teacher or work in education to become an Independent Usborne Partner. However, people working in schools – including teaching assistants, librarians, substitute teachers and other school staff – often make great Partners.
Can I become an Independent Usborne Partner while working in a school?
Yes. Whether you're a teaching assistant, librarian, cover supervisor, play worker, school office worker or in another school-based role, you can run your Usborne business alongside your existing job. You decide how much time to dedicate to your business and can fit it around your work and other commitments.
Do I need sales experience?
No. Many Partners join with no previous sales experience. You'll have access to training, tools and support to help you get started and build your business.
Are there ongoing fees?
No. There is a one-off Starter Kit cost, with no recurring subscription required.
Are earnings guaranteed?
Like any business, earnings are not guaranteed. How much you earn depends on the time and effort you choose to invest.
Do I need to recruit other Partners?
No. Many Independent Usborne Partners build successful businesses through selling books alone. If you choose to mentor other Partners in the future, there are additional bonuses available.
What's the best way to find out more?
We'd love to put you in touch with one of our experienced Independent Usborne Partners, who can answer your questions and tell you more about the opportunity. You can also join one of our monthly Discovery Calls to find out more.