Lead Nursery Room Manager — Creative Early Years Leader

Company: London Early Years Foundation (LEYF)
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Location: London
Job Description:

Nursery Room Manager – Full Time – Thamesmead, SE28 – £34,437 per annum + amazing benefits

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

“LEYF gave me the confidence and the teaching to go further in my job.” – Victoria, Room Manager

We are the London Early Years Foundation, a family of 43 nurseries that focuses on children and families, providing the best start in life.

What’s in it for you?

  • 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 the Wellbeing app, shopping discounts, annual conference and money for team celebrations

A Bit About The Role

“We work as a team. We work as a family.” – Zainab, Room Manager

You will manage a team in your room to create and plan daily activities to engage and teach the children. You will also work closely with the management team and parents to build great relationships and practice. Every nursery shares LEYF’s unique teaching model, but you will have the freedom to be creative to suit how the children learn best.

You Will Need

  • Level 3 or above childcare qualification
  • The right to work in the UK
  • Ability to safeguard and protect children
  • Positive, adaptable and friendly attitude

About The Nursery

Thames Reach Nursery and Pre‑School provides early years education and care to children from birth to 5 years old. Our new purpose‑built LEYF nursery opened in early 2023, and is our second nursery in Greenwich, built from scratch under the support of our landlords, Peabody.

Located opposite Thamesmead Health Centre in The Reach building, it is well served by local transport links and is a 15‑minute walk from Plumstead Station or 8 minutes by bus from Woolwich Station. The nurturing garden will present opportunities for outdoor learning for the children. LEYF is partnering with landlords Peabody and their community foundation team to enrich children’s learning in Thamesmead.

Apply Now

Contact us today – our friendly recruiters are ready to hear from you.

We are an equal opportunity employer and welcome applications from all qualified candidates.

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Posted: May 27th, 2026