Oakdown House

22/03/2026

These residents enjoyed a sensory session with our ‘Interactive Magic Carpet’. ✨🌈
They loved exploring the moving visuals, lights and colours - lots of engagement and gentle movement throughout the activity.
A brilliant way to bring interaction, stimulation and fun into their day. 💛🧩

19/03/2026

A sunny Spring day was enjoyed at Hampden Park! ☀️🌿🌸
This resident enjoyed spotting the local wildlife, taking in the peaceful scenery, and soaking up the warm sunshine. The bright blue skies and fresh Spring air made it the perfect day for this trip. 🌼🦆🌿🌳

15/03/2026

🍕 Delicious pizzas were on the menu today!🍕
Our residents rolled up their sleeves and got busy in the kitchen, creating their own tasty lunch.👩‍🍳🍕🌟
Plenty of smiles, plenty of toppings, and plenty of fun along the way.🍕🌟

14/03/2026

Is supporting other people something that comes naturally to you?

Have you gained experience by caring for a family member or friend and discovered a real calling to help others?

If so, we would love to hear from you.
We are looking for compassionate, reliable, and motivated Support Workers to join our team. In this rewarding role, you will support our residents to live fulfilling, independent lives and access activities in the community that matter to them.

About the Role
• As a Support Worker, you will:
• Provide person-centred support tailored to individual needs
• Encourage and assist residents to participate in community activities and social events
• Promote independence, dignity, and choice
• Offer practical and emotional support in daily living tasks
• Work collaboratively as part of a caring and professional team
• Be a driver

About You
• You may already have experience in care, or perhaps you have supported a loved one and feel inspired to take that next step into a professional role. Most importantly, you are:
• Naturally caring and patient
• A good listener with strong communication skills
• Positive, dependable, and respectful
• Passionate about helping others live their best lives
• Relevant qualifications are welcomed but not essential — we value your attitude and commitment just as much as experience. Full training and ongoing support will be provided.

What We Offer
• Comprehensive training and development opportunities
• A supportive and friendly working environment
• Opportunities for career progression
• Additional benefits – e.g., pension scheme, paid holiday, flexible working, subsidised gym membership, blue light card membership
If you would like to support our residents to access activities in the community and make a real difference every day, then you are exactly who we are looking for.

Apply today and start a career where your compassion truly counts.
Job Title: Support Worker
Location: Burwash Common
Hours: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible shifts available
Salary: £10.05 - £13.10 (depending on age and shifts worked)

13/03/2026

🚨 WE’RE HIRING IN BURWASH – PART-TIME HEAD OF HOUSEKEEPING 🚨

Looking for a part time role that fits around school hours and lets you lead your own team?

Our friendly care home supporting adults with learning disabilities is looking for a Head of Housekeeping to help keep our home clean, safe and welcoming for residents and staff.

✨ What you’ll be doing:
• Leading a small housekeeping team
• Ordering and managing household supplies
• Maintaining COSHH data sheets
• Communicating with suppliers via phone & email
• Working with maintenance & management teams
• Helping create a warm, homely environment

💡 What we’re looking for:
✔ Someone with great attention to detail
✔ High standards of hygiene
✔ Self-motivated and confident managing a team

🎁 What we offer:
• 15 flexible hours (great for school/childcare schedules)
• Holiday pay
• Statutory sick pay
• Workplace pension
• Pay rate: £13.55 per hour

💬 Interested?
Send us a message or apply now to find out more.
☎️01435 883492
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08/03/2026

Avocado bagels were on the menu this afternoon, freshly made during a fun baking session. The residents loved getting hands‑on and creating their own tasty treats.
A simple activity that brought plenty of smiles. 🥯🥑✨

05/03/2026

Mason enjoyed a fun‑filled Keyworker Day, starting with a tasty breakfast treat at Tottingworth Farm. He then headed over to Finley’s Farm and Friends, where he had the chance to meet and handle a whole range of animals - big and small. 🐮🐐🐔
A brilliant day packed with sunshine, smiles and new experiences. 🌞☀️

01/03/2026

Homemade pizzas, baked completely from scratch, made for a tasty lunchtime treat.
These residents had a great time celebrating National Pizza Day by creating (and enjoying!) their own delicious pizzas. 🍕😄

26/02/2026

Louise wrapped up warm for a lovely walk around Knowle Park and House🧣🌿

The fresh air, peaceful surroundings and gentle stroll made for a perfect winter outing. It’s always wonderful to spend time in such a beautiful place, and Louise enjoyed spotting the many deer in the grounds. 🦌💚

We’re so lucky to have places like Knowle Park right on our doorstep - the ideal spot for a calming walk and a change of scenery.

24/02/2026

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22/02/2026

A lovely day for a walk at Bodiam Castle 🏰✨
There were blue skies, lots of geese, and the scenery was absolutely beautiful 🦢🏞️
After the walk, everyone warmed up in a cosy local café with hot drinks ☕💛

19/02/2026

Mason had a fantastic time at Ten Pin Bowling recently. 🎳😄
With a little support and lots of encouragement, he got stuck in and enjoyed every moment. He loved the atmosphere and the sounds.
It's great to watch him experience fun activities.🎳✨