Job Description

We put people before profit: work for a family of nurseries with heart

\xe2\x80\x9cLEYF has helped my career through on-going training and support.\xe2\x80\x9d ? Caroline, Early Years Practitioner

We\xe2\x80\x99re the London Early Years Foundation, or LEYF Nurseries for short; a family of 40 nurseries. Our people love working for us because we focus on the child and their family and give them the best start in life.

LEYF is known for quality teachers - we give you strong in-house training and access topromotion. Our nurseries feel independent and community focused, and teams take care of each other. You join a family of nurseries with a great support network.

What\xe2\x80\x99s in it for you?

\xe2\x80\x9cLEYF gave me the confidence and the teaching togo further in my job.\xe2\x80\x9d ? Victoria, Room Leader

• Lots of training, promotions and a good salary for the sector
• Flexible working contract choices \xe2\x80\x93 full-time, part-time (3 days, AM or PM shifts)
• Generous pension at 7% fromus (1% from you)
• 70% discount on childcare fees
• Up to 35 days off a year, including 8 bank holidays, 3 days off between Christmas and New Year, and your birthday (pro-rated for part-time hours)
• Sector-leading parental leave
• Many other benefits that take care of you, including access to the Headspace app, shopping discounts, annual conference and money for team celebrations

A bit about the role

\xe2\x80\x9cWe are friends, we are like family. We support one another.\xe2\x80\x9d ? Elizabeth, Early Years Practitioner

We know you work in Early Years because you love helping children develop and learn. You are warm and keen to give children the best education to succeed in life.

Every nursery shares LEYF\xe2\x80\x99s unique teaching model. But you will have the freedom to be creative to suit how the children learn best. Whether you hop on a train to the Science Museum, take a bus to make friends at a nearby LEYF nursery, or bake with your nursery chef, it\xe2\x80\x99s always about the children in our nurseries.

• Level 3 or above childcare qualification
• The right to work in the UK
• An ability to safeguard and protect children
• To be positive, adaptable and friendly

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About the nursery

Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, Brixton Nursery and Pre-School provides Early Years education and care to children from birth to 5 years old.

You can find us in Brixton, a few minutes\xe2\x80\x99 walk from the train and tube stations. We\xe2\x80\x99re based inside the recreation centre, in a cosy setting with a small outdoor area and use of the centre\xe2\x80\x99s swimming pool and soft play area.

The children enjoy science experiments, woodwork, cooking, messy arts play and much more. Theyalso love to get out and about in the local area, enjoying trips to the local shops and market.

Apply now

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London Early Years Foundation