London Early Years Foundation • Balham, South West London

Deputy Nursery Manager - Weir Link Nursery and Pre-School - Full Time

About this role

Deputy Nursery Manager - Full Time - Balham, SW12 - £39,075 per year + amazing benefits

We put people before profit

work for a family of nurseries with heart

"You never feel alone at LEYF - there's always someone to turn to." - Selamawit, Nursery Manager

We're the London Early Years Foundation, or LEYF Nurseries for short; a family of 43 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 to promotion. 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's in it for you?

"I wanted more job satisfaction, so I came back to LEYF." - Sunita, Nursery Manager

Lots of training, promotions and a good salary for the sector

Generous pension at 7% from us (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 a wellbeing app, shopping discounts, annual conference and money for team celebrations

A bit about the role

"I have received a great deal of support, recognition and training, always having someone I can talk to." - Marta, Nursery Manager

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.

You'll have lots of time creating fun activities for children, but you'll also support the Nursery Manager in the smooth running of the nursery. This will involve helping support the team, as well as helping with nursery finances, staffing, health and safety, partnering with parents, and ensuring the quality of the curriculum.

Every nursery shares LEYF's 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's always about the children in our nurseries.

You will need

The right to work in the UK

Team leadership and strong relationship building skill

Level 3 or above childcare qualification

Good ideas on how to maintain high quality and ratio bound environments

An ability to safeguard and protect children

To be reliable, positive and friendly

About the nursery

Weir Link Nursery & Pre‑School provides high‑quality Early Years care for children from birth to age 5. Located in Balham, we’re easily reached via Clapham South and Balham stations, plus multiple bus routes. Families love our spacious outdoor garden, nearby parks, and bright open‑plan learning spaces. With our well‑loved Lending Library, regular trips, and strong community connections, it’s a wonderful place for children to learn and grow.

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