Changing the world one child at a time: A career like no other
We're the London Early Years Foundation, also known as LEYF; a family of 40 nurseries in London. With our charitable social enterprise model, we're leading change in Early Years, ensuring equal education and care for all children to give them the best start in life. 27% of our children are on funded-only places, with 75% of our nurseries in some of the most deprived areas of London, meaning you have the chance to make the biggest impact by working with us. 100% of our nurseries are Ofsted-rated Outstanding or Good, an achievement that's down to the brilliance of our wonderful Teachers.
Are you a current or previous Nursery Deputy Manager or Nursery Manager looking to make an even bigger impact on children’s lives? If so, we have the chance for you to join LEYF.
We are looking for a Manager in Waiting to join our Colville Nursery and Pre-School. In this role you can enhance your skills alongside an experienced manager, supporting the nursery and building strong relationships with staff and families.
We’re proud of our Colville Nursery, rated Outstanding by Ofsted. We’re a great team, bubbly, energetic and excited to welcome you. You can find us in Notting Hill, close to Notting Hill station at 4-5 Colville Square, London W11 2BQ.
Why choose LEYF?
We've been around for a long time, 121 years to be precise, but we're always evolving, and you could grow with us. June, our CEO is active in our nurseries and influences change in our sector.
The best education is delivered by an amazing team of Teachers and Managers, and so we provide top training and development through our London Institute of Early Years to deepen your knowledge and practice, including our Early Years Degree.
We also provide a range of benefits to support you:
- A starting salary of £45,095 for full time, 40 hours per week over 5 days
- Generous pension to prepare for your future - we contribute 7% while you only contribute 1%
- 70% discount on childcare fees for your children or grandchildren at a LEYF nursery
- Up to 35 days annual leave per year, including 8 bank holidays, 3 days off between Christmas and New Year, and your birthday off
- Sector-leading parental leave
- Free Wellbeing app
- Shopping discounts
- Team celebrations in your nursery
- Annual company conference – a fun and informative whole company event
What we look for in our Nursery Managers in Waiting
As a Manager in waiting you’ll be supporting the manager with the responsibility for your nursery's finances, staffing levels, health and safety, and safeguarding. You’ll be instrumental in building parent partnerships and will instill a culture of inclusivity within your team. You’ll increase occupancy levels by building a reputation in your local community and leading tours and open days.
You won’t just inspire outstanding practice in your own nursery. As part of the LEYF Manager community you’ll come together with your peers to contribute your ideas and learning, ensuring consistent high quality across our settings. Our values underpin our work. The LEYF 4 core values are INSPIRING, BRAVE, NURTURING and FUN and we can’t wait to see how you grow and evolve your LEYF nursery with these values guiding your actions.
You'll hold a Level 3 or above childcare qualification that is full and relevant for the Early Years sector and have strong leadership experience, showing alignment with our values and pedagogy. You’ll also need to hold the right to work in the UK. If you’re ready for your next career move, we'd love to hear from you.
If this sounds like you, we’d love for you to apply!
You can expect one our friendly Recruiters to make contact to book in a telephone interview. Our recruitment process is fast so you can expect to hear from us within 1-2 days of applying. You can reach us via jointheteam@leyf.org.uk or 0203 8348679 if you have any questions about being a Nursery Manager at LEYF.
