Dual-Registered Manager

Job Title:

Dual-Registered Children’s Services Manager – Ipswich, Suffolk

Location:

Ipswich, Suffolk, United Kingdom

Salary: £55,000 – £60,000 per annum

Job Description:

Are you an experienced and compassionate leader in children’s care services with a passion for making a meaningful difference? We are seeking a dedicated Dual-Registered Children’s Services Manager to oversee two specialized solo placements in Ipswich. This is a unique opportunity to lead high‑intensity, bespoke care environments designed specifically for young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD). The successful candidate will be responsible for creating a therapeutic, child‑centred atmosphere where young people can thrive and achieve positive outcomes.

• Lead and manage the day‑to‑day operations of two solo placements, ensuring the highest standards of care and safeguarding.
• Develop, implement, and review individual care plans tailored to each young person’s needs.
• Ensure full compliance with Ofsted regulations and statutory requirements across both settings.
• Supervise, mentor, and support a dedicated staff team to deliver outstanding, consistent care.
• Create and maintain a positive, therapeutic environment focused on growth and recovery for young people.

• Proven experience as a Registered Manager within a children’s residential care setting.
• Previous experience working with children and young people with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD).
• Strong leadership skills with a child‑centred, outcomes‑focused approach.
• Excellent knowledge of Ofsted regulations, Quality Standards, and inspection processes.
• Superior communication, organisational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Right to work in the UK (please note, sponsorship is not available).

We are committed to providing the highest quality care and creating environments where young people can thrive. In line with safer recruitment practices, all successful applicants will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check.

Vetro Recruitment acts as an employment business when supplying temporary staff and as an employment agency when introducing candidates for permanent employment with a client. Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.