Southwark Nurseries

We're an award-winning group of London nurseries with five nurseries in Southwark. Find out more about our teams, current jobs and what it's like to work for LEYF.

Southwark nurseries

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. 75% of our nurseries in deprived areas of London, meaning you have the chance to make the biggest impact by working with us. Any profits we make get reinvested back into the business, giving more to you and to the children.

Find out more about our nurseries in Southwark.

We have 5 nurseries in Southwark, all of which have their own personalities but all live the values of our organisation. We are Brave, Nurturing, Inspiring and Fun! Wherever you are in Southwark, there’s a LEYF nursery nearby that will welcome you in as part of their team.

Top jobs

Nursery Room Manager, SE16

Join the South Bermondsey team as a Room Manager - elevate the children's learning experience and inspire your team.

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Level 2/3 Early Years Teacher, SE16

Join us as a part time Teacher at South Bermondsey - give children the best education on a more flexible shift pattern.

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Level 2/3 Early Years Teacher, SE16

Join us as a full time Teacher at South Bermondsey - get great benefits and wellbeing support from your colleagues and leadership team.

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Level 2/3 Early Years Teacher, SE5

Join us as a full time Teacher at Camberwell Grove - work your hours over 4 or 5 days, or part time Mon - Weds.

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Level 2/3 Early Years Teacher, SE15

Join us as a full or part time Teacher at Old Kent Road in Peckham - Educate children from birth to 5 years in our spacious 55 place nursery.

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Cover Nursery Manager, SE22

Join us as a Cover Nursery at Gumboots - get embedded in LEYF with a thriving nursery. After 6-9 months move to lead your own permanent LEYF nursery in South London.

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Why work for us

We’re a charitable social enterprise and this is what makes us stand out from the crowd. The children really do come first as we reinvest all income back into the nurseries and our people.

Over 75% of our nurseries are in areas of deprivation, where access to high-quality education and care can be limited. Some of our other nurseries subsidise these nurseries to keep them running where they are needed most.

More than 47% of our nurseries are Ofsted-rated ‘Outstanding’ compared to London’s average of only 16%!

At LEYF, we offer a competitive salary above the sector average, plus a 7% employer pension contribution while you contribute just 1%, meaning more take-home pay. Enjoy 70% off LEYF nursery fees for your children or grandchildren and access to top-quality training through our London Institute of Early Years.

There’s even more to explore—check out our full range of benefits on our website!

We know we’re a great place to work, but don’t just take our word for it. Here’s what our people say about life at LEYF:

You belong at LEYF. They really care about you and your voice will be listened to. I am encouraged every day to be the best I can be.

Deborah, Teacher at Barking Riverside
I’m proud that I work for LEYF. We’re leading and making a difference, setting every child up for success in their future. If you want to develop and progress, you’ll be trained and coached to achieve your goals.

Samantha, Teacher at Barking Riverside
It’s very fulfilling being a part of a not-for-profit organisation that puts children at the centre of all decision making and offers such strong opportunities for career progression.

Katerina, Nursery Manager at New Cross
Working for LEYF is unique because I feel no matter which nursery you cover at you are welcomed with a smile and feel like part of a larger family. You also have the opportunities to progress and transfer whenever needed. Management teams are always excellent as they genuinely support YOU as an individual. LEYF for me is a Goldmine

Riana, Teacher at Old Kent Road
We have a diverse team from nurseries through to central office. LEYF provides different growth opportunities that you can explore in the early years sector, and there’s extensive support available.

Funmi, Nursery Manager at Playhouse
I am passionate about social justice, and working for an early childhood education and care 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, Early Years Degree Manager, Central Office
LEYF have allowed me to let my passion for childcare develop and grow while nurturing my needs at the same time.

Kelly, Room Manager at Bushy Tails