Aria Care

Home Manager

The closing date is 29 March 2026

Job summary

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Registered Home Manager to lead a 41-bedded Residential Care Home in Walstead, Haywards Heath, West Sussex. The home has a 'Good' CQC rating and a 9.6 score on Carehome.co.uk, reflecting the high-quality, person-centred care provided. The successful candidate will be responsible for leading and inspiring a dedicated team, fostering a culture of empathy and continuous improvement, and building strong relationships with residents, families, and the wider community.

Main duties of the job

As the Registered Home Manager, you will be responsible for the overall leadership and management of Walstead Place Care Home. This includes setting the strategic direction, ensuring high-quality, person-centred care is delivered, managing and developing a talented team, and maintaining compliance with CQC standards. You will be a confident, compassionate leader who thrives in a collaborative environment and has a proven track record of success in a similar role within the care sector.

About us

Aria Healthcare is a values-driven organisation that is committed to investing in its people and providing the highest quality of care to its residents. The company operates a number of care homes across the South East of England, each with a strong sense of community and a focus on delivering personalised, enriching experiences for residents and their families.

Details

Date posted

29 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£70,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1457161151

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


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.

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

  • You will be a Registered Manager with a strong understanding of CQC standards and compliance. Additionally, you will have significant leadership experience in a similar role within the care sector, a passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.
Person Specification

Qualifications

Essential

  • You will be a Registered Manager with a strong understanding of CQC standards and compliance. Additionally, you will have significant leadership experience in a similar role within the care sector, a passion for delivering high-quality, person-centred care, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative environment.

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).

Additional information

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)

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)

Employer contact details

For questions about the job, contact:

Recruitment Team

Aria Healthcare

recruitment@ariacare.co.uk

Details

Date posted

29 January 2026

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£70,000 a year

Contract

Permanent

Working pattern

Full-time

Reference number

1457161151

Job locations

Aria Healthcare

Walstead

RH16 2QG


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