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Your Home, Your Care, Your Way

Is a Career in Care for you?

A career in Adult Social Care may not the most glamorous of career paths, but all those that work within it will honestly state that is it one of the most rewarding jobs you can have.

“Working in the care sector is hard work and can be long hours but it is very rewarding when you know you have made someone happy and well cared for.” – Angela, Lifestyle & Wellbeing Coordinator, Heatherdene Nursing Home, Bexhill

A career in care can also lead to developing meaningful, lasting ties with work colleagues and residents.

“My work family is incredibly important to me. We support one another through challenges and celebrate successes together. Having such a caring and supportive team makes Freshford Cottage a special place to work.” – Holly, Laundry Assistant, Freshford Cottage Nursing Home, Seaford

“I like working with people, the care sector gives me the opportunity to meet new and different people. Getting to know everyone’s interests and learning about their lives.” – Ade, Lifestyle & Wellbeing Coordinator, Highbury House Nursing Home, Rottingdean

At Southcare Homes Group, we are striving to support the next generation with their career pathways. We have recently joined the East Sussex Careers Open Doors initiative, which allows young people in East Sussex to gain meaningful experiences in the workplace while deciding on their future. We are excited to welcome local school visits to our homes and support young ones as they prepare for the world of work. Lime Tree House’s first Open Doors visit will be in September by Peacehaven Community School.

“Open Doors is a great way to shape young minds when it comes to their careers and choices. This initiative helps to provide someone with a taster of the amazing work that can be achieved in the care industry. Be it in the form of front-line care, administration or maintenance, young people will catch a first-hand, authentic glimpse of what it is like working in Adult Social Care.” – Karim Nanji, Proprietor, Southcare Homes Group

Southcare Homes Group is also actively engaging with the ESCC Education Department to become Industry Champions. Our group manager will attend The Turing School in Eastbourne to assist with job interview practice in November this year. The whole group is looking forward to engaging with the younger population and giving them knowledge and experience to forge careers within the care industry.

Southcare Homes Group is a small, close-knit, family-run business providing care across Surrey and Sussex. Our success is owed to our dedicated staff that naturally extend our company values and contribute to the welcoming atmospheres and efficient running of our homes. We view everyone – from residents to staff members – as individuals that matter. Just as a family grows and expands, we also encourage our staff to progress internally and seek out opportunities to enhance their skills and knowledge.

“Some have said that care staff are not skilled and a role in adult social care has no advancement. However, the level of skill, knowledge and understanding – not only of legislation but of human nature and behaviours – is immense. There are many career advancement opportunities for those that wish and are prepared to learn. Caring for others also remains one of the most rewarding jobs that you can ever do.” – Vanessa Farmer, Group Manager, Southcare Homes Group

10/07/2026 / by Amber

How To Talk to a Loved One about Needing a Care Home

Talking about a care home with an elderly loved one can be an emotional time for the whole family. Read on for helpful tips.

Going into care can be a difficult subject to discuss. But if you have genuine concerns for a loved one’s safety and welfare, then talking about a care home and their future care options is a necessary conversation to have.

Talk about care while there’s time.

The sooner you talk about a care home, the sooner you can identify any hesitations your loved one may have. This also gives them time to consider all the available options and the one that benefits them. Subsequently, it avoids having to make a rushed decision because their living situation has become critical.

Include your siblings.

Involve as many family members as possible. This way, everyone can support the decisions made and responsibilities can be shared.

Be patient.

If your loved one is reluctant to broach on the subject, maybe try and kindly ask why they don’t want to talk about care. Maybe they would rather talk to a friend or medical professional.

Ask them how they feel.

They may be in denial that they need any help or increased care. One reason for this may be a fear of losing independence. Try to understand their situation and reassure them you’re only trying to help and make life easier for them.

If you would like more help, please feel free to contact any one of our managers at our Southcare Homes for some friendly advice with no-obligation.

For more information, learn more on our website.

18/02/2026 / by Amber

Highbury House Celebrates Good Care Month with Samba

Highbury House Nursing Home in Rottingdean held their annual Summer Party, and this year the theme was Samba! They were lucky enough to have the amazing Silver Sounds join us who are Brighton’s senior samba band.

Musicians playing on percussive instruments before an elderly audience

Residents, relatives, friends and staff all enjoyed the party which included a BBQ and plenty of fun and games. Residents had great fun listening to the drums and percussion and even got to join in playing their own instruments.

Relatives and friends got to spend a special day with their loved one, which can sometimes be difficult in a nursing home when not all residents are able to venture outside of the home, the party was a day they could spend together with a slight change of scenery with the dining room being taken over by the band.

A side view of musicians playing on percussive instruments with a natural backdrop

The Highbury team were more than happy to join in ensuring our residents had the best day.

The team were a huge part of making this day a great one for our residents. Their hard work and dedication shined through. It was a time for us to all be together as one big family.

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At Southcare Homes Group, we support and value the dedication carers put into their work in making life in our homes special for every one of our residents. We also feel that it’s essential to celebrate and appreciate the importance of carers and the wonderful job that they do. Find out more about our team here.

09/08/2024 / by Amber