About the Role We are seeking an experienced and passionate Nursery Manager to lead a high-quality early years setting in Rickmansworth. This is an exciting opportunity for a dedicated childcare professional to take full responsibility for the day-to-day running of the nursery, ensuring a safe, nurturing, and stimulating environment for children. Key Responsibilities Oversee the daily operations of the nursery, ensuring compliance with all regulatory requirements, including Ofsted standards Lead, motivate, and develop a team of early years practitioners Ensure the delivery of outstanding care and education in line with the EYFS (Early Years Foundation Stage) framework Manage occupancy levels and support business growth Build strong relationships with parents, carers, and external stakeholders Monitor and maintain high standards of safeguarding, health & safety, and hygiene Manage budgets, resources, and staffing effectively Conduct staff appraisals, supervisions, and ongoing training Requirements Minimum Level 3 qualification in Childcare/Early Years (Level 5 or above preferred) Previous experience in a Nursery Manager or Deputy Manager role Strong knowledge of EYFS and Ofsted requirements Proven leadership and team management skills Excellent communication and organisational abilities A genuine passion for early years education and child development Desirable Paediatric First Aid certification Safeguarding training (DSL level preferred) Experience with nursery management software What's on Offer Competitive salary and performance-related bonuses Ongoing professional development and training Supportive working environment Opportunities for career progression