Dual-reg Manager

Job Title:

Dual Registered Manager

Location:

Lymington, Hampshire

Salary:
Competitive (DOE) per annum

Employment Type:

Full-time, Permanent

Job Description

• Leading the operational management of both homes, ensuring consistently high standards of care and safeguarding.
• Ensuring compliance with the Children’s Homes Regulations 2015 and Quality Standards 2015, including maintaining an up-to-date Statement of Purpose.
• Developing and supporting staff through induction, supervision, appraisal, training plans, and effective communication systems.
• Promoting partnership working with children, families, internal teams, and external agencies to achieve the best outcomes.
• Implementing the organisation’s care ethos and model (including PACE / DDP) across practice and culture.
• Managing staffing resources, including participation in an out-of-hours on-call rota, and overseeing budgets and operational targets.

• A relevant Level 5 Diploma in Leadership and Management for Residential Childcare (or equivalent recognised qualification).
• Proven leadership experience within a children’s residential care setting, including managing teams and service delivery.
• Strong knowledge of safeguarding, inspections, and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to lead with professionalism, resilience, and a child-centred approach, with excellent verbal and written communication skills.

• Competitive salary with scope for progression
• Supportive leadership structure and clear organisational strategy
• Ongoing training and development to support your growth
• Opportunity to shape culture, standards, and outcomes across two homes

Vetro is an equal opportunities employer and decisions are made on merit alone.