About this role
Job summary This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Registered Home Manager to lead the Walstead Place Care Home, a 41-bedded residential care home with a CQC rating of 'Good' and a 9.6 rating on Carehome.co.uk. The successful candidate will have the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of residents and their families while working in a supportive, values-driven organisation.
Main duties of the job As the new Home Manager, you will be responsible for leading and inspiring a dedicated team to deliver outstanding, person-centred care. You will foster a culture of empathy, respect, and continuous improvement, build strong relationships with residents, families, and the wider community, and uphold the organisation's values of 'Care from the Heart' to ensure every resident feels safe, supported, and fulfilled.
About us Aria Healthcare is a values-driven organisation that invests in its people and provides opportunities for professional development and career progression. The company is committed to making a real difference in the lives of residents and their families, and the Walstead Place Care Home has a strong sense of community in a beautiful working environment.
Job description Job responsibilities
About the Home
Walstead Place - Scaynes Hill Road, Lindfield, Haywards Heath RH16 2QG 41 bedded Residential care Home CQC Rating – Good Rated 9.6 on Carehome.co.uk Exciting Opportunity - Registered Home Manager
Walstead Place, Haywards Heath , RH16 2QG £70,000 + Bonus + Benefits Total Rewards Package: Full Breakdown and detail of additional benefits provided upon request. CQC Rating: Good Carehome.co.uk Score: 9.6 41 residents We’re looking for a passionate and experienced Registered Home Manager to lead Mill House into its next exciting chapter. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a supportive and dedicated team, where you’ll have the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents and their families every day.
Why Join Walstead Place?
Walstead Place Care Home is a 17th Century Manor House, in a rural setting, near the village of Lindfield, West Sussex. We pride ourselves on being homely and comforting, most people that visit say, “it doesn’t feel or look like a care home but more a home-from-home.”
No two days are ever the same at Walstead Place. We are connected, passionate, organised, and resourceful. We cry, we laugh, we embrace people’s lives and do our best to enrich the lives of our residents on a daily basis.
As our new Home Manager, you will:
Lead and inspire a dedicated team to deliver outstanding, person-centred care. Foster a culture of empathy, respect, and continuous improvement. Build strong relationships with residents, families, and the wider community. Uphold our values of Care from the Heart, ensuring every resident feels safe, supported, and fulfilled. What We’re Looking For:
Strong leadership experience in a similar role within the care sector. A passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care. A confident, compassionate leader who thrives in a collaborative environment. A Registered Manager with a strong understanding of CQC standards and compliance. What We Offer:
A supportive, values-driven organisation that invests in its people. Opportunities for professional development and career progression. A chance to make a real difference in the lives of residents and their families. A beautiful working environment with a strong sense of community. Ready to lead with heart and make a lasting impact? We’d love to hear from you. Get in touch today for a confidential discussion and take the next step in your leadership journey with Aria Care.
Person Specification
Qualifications Essential
The successful candidate will have strong leadership experience in a similar role within the care sector, a passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care, and a confident, compassionate leadership style that thrives in a collaborative environment. They will also be a Registered Manager with a strong understanding of CQC standards and compliance.
Disclosure and Barring Service Check This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Employer details Employer name Aria Care
Address Aria Healthcare
Walstead
RH16 2QG
Employer's website https://www.ariacare.co.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)