Deputy Nursery Manager - Angel Pre-School
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The Vacancy
Join LEYF as a Deputy Manager ¦ Term time role, working Monday to Friday - 8:30-4:30pm, Term time only ¦ Angel Pre-School, SW1V 3AG.
Pro-rata salary for term time: £28,689 per year
This is a Term time position; however, we have the option to work all year round based at our other nurseries during the school holidays – which increases the salary to: £36,641 per year.
Join our Ofsted rated OUTSTANDING Angel Pre-School who are the true hub of the Westminster community – a small, term-time setting, just a short walk from Pimlico station. As Deputy Manager, you’ll play a vital role in supporting local families, many of whom rely on us not just for childcare, but for connection, stability and belonging.
If you believe every child deserves the best start in life and want to make a meaningful difference in a place where it truly matters – Angel Pre-School could be exactly where you’re meant to be.
At LEYF, our Deputy Managers love that they can make a real impact as the children truly do come first. But don’t just take our word for it, here’s what our management team say:
“It’s been fulfilling to be part of a not-for-profit organisation that puts children at the centre of decision-making while offering strong opportunities for career progression.” – Kat, New Cross Nursery
"I am passionate about social justice, and working for an organisation that integrates it into everything we do is incredibly rewarding. At LEYF, it is not an add-on; social justice is embedded in our DNA.” - Conor, Central Office team previously a Nursery Manager
What we offer you
- Salary is: £28,689 (Term time) or £36,641 (all year round - full-time equivalent, 40 hours/week, Mon-Fri)
- Annual performance based pay increases
- 7% pension contribution (you only contribute 1%)
- 70% childcare discount for your child or grandchild at a LEYF nursery
- Top training and development through our London Institute of Early Years, including our Early Years Degree.
- 35 days annual leave (including 8 bank holidays and your birthday off)
- Sector-leading parental leave, wellbeing support, shopping discounts, company events, team celebration budgets, and more!
Who we’re looking for
As a Deputy Manager with LEYF, you’ll help lead a team to deliver exceptional care and education based on our unique social pedagogy. Working closely with the Nursery Manager, you’ll support across staffing, safeguarding, health & safety and finance, while inspiring all within the nursery and enabling a cohesive and calm environment.
Rated Outstanding by Ofsted, Angel Nursery and Pre-School is a warm and nurturing community nursery in Pimlico, just a short walk from Pimlico Underground Station. Our pre-school is praised by parents for providing exceptional care, attention, and positivity, ensuring that every child feels safe, valued, and encouraged. As a term-time only nursery, we have a well-established diverse team, catering to around 30 children with a range of needs. With a unique pedagogical approach, a beautiful garden, and strong partnerships within the community to extend learning beyond the classroom, Angel Pre-School is a wonderful place to work.
We’re looking for you to
- Have a full and relevant Level 3+ Early Years qualification
- Have experience as a Deputy Manager or a Room Leader ready to step up
- Align with our values: Inspiring, Brave, Nurturing, Fun
- Hold full right to work in the UK (we are unable to provide sponsorship)
If this sounds like you, we’d love to hear from you! Our recruitment process is quick, so you’ll hear from us within 1-2 days after applying. Reach us at jointheteam@leyf.org.uk or 0203 834 8679 for any questions.
About LEYF
We're the London Early Years Foundation; a family of 43 nurseries in London. With our unique 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. You can find out more about life at LEYF on our website or on social media. Just search LEYF or LEYF careers.
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