St Josephs Nursing Home, Littlehampton
CQC Inspection Breakdown
| Safe | Requires improvement |
| Effective | Requires improvement |
| Caring | Good |
| Responsive | Good |
| Well-led | Requires improvement |
About St Josephs Nursing Home
This assessment took place on 23 December 2025 and was carried out because of concerns at a similar home run by the same provider and the time since the last inspection. St Josephs Nursing Home is a nursing home. People in nursing homes receive accommodation and personal care as a single package. CQC regulates both the premises and the care provided, and both were looked at during this inspection.
What residents and families say
“I don’t go out as much as I would like.”
“I don't go out often. I don't like to take staff away; there aren't so many in the afternoon. I know they would, but I don’t want to trouble them.”
“I have a wash every day and shower whenever they come to take me into the shower. I just do whatever they want me to do.”
Source: CQC inspection report
Specialisms
About St Josephs Nursing Home
Based in Littlehampton, within West Sussex, St Josephs Nursing Home is a care home with nursing that aims to provide a warm and reassuring environment for every resident. The home is operated by Franciscan Missionary Sisters and can accommodate up to 24 residents. Following their most recent inspection on 06/09/2022, the Care Quality Commission rated St Josephs Nursing Home as Requires improvement. Across the five inspection categories, the home scored Good for Caring, Responsive; Requires Improvement for Safe and Effective and Well-led. The home specialises in supporting people with caring for adults over 65 yrs. The service supports older people. Regulated activities at the home include accommodation for persons who require nursing or personal care and treatment of disease, disorder or injury. The BN17 postcode area has 19 registered care homes with a combined 544 beds — so there are options to compare in the local area.
Finding the right care home is a deeply personal decision, and we hope this information helps you and your family feel more confident as you explore your options. Every person deserves care that respects their individuality, and the right home will feel welcoming from the moment you walk through the door.
St Josephs Nursing Home is one of the care homes in West Sussex — a local authority with 340 CQC-registered homes, 263 of which are rated Good or Outstanding.
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Further Reading & Official Sources
- Official CQC inspection report for St Josephs Nursing Home
- View St Josephs Nursing Home on Google Maps
- NHS care home finder near BN17 6AU
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What to Expect When Visiting
When visiting a nursing care home, it helps to see the clinical environment in action alongside the day-to-day living spaces. A good visit should leave you feeling reassured about both the medical and emotional care on offer.
- Try to visit at different times of day, including mealtimes, to see the home in action.
- Speak with staff and, if possible, current residents or their families about their experience.
- Ask about the nurse-to-resident ratio, especially during nights and weekends.
- Check whether the home can manage any specific medical conditions or equipment needs.
Questions to Ask When Visiting
It can be hard to know what to ask during a care home visit. Here are some questions tailored to St Josephs Nursing Home's type of care that may help guide your conversation:
- 1 What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
- 2 How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
- 3 Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
- 4 What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
For a more complete checklist, see our guide to choosing a care home.
Official CQC Inspection Report
The Care Quality Commission last inspected St Josephs Nursing Home on 06/09/2022 and rated it Requires improvement. The full report includes detailed findings on safety, staffing, and quality of care.
Read the full CQC reportWhat families typically look for
- - Whether nurses are on-site 24 hours and their qualifications
- - How the home manages medication and medical emergencies
- - Staff-to-resident ratios, especially overnight
These reflect common priorities we see from families researching care homes. For personalised advice, we recommend visiting in person and speaking to current families.
Frequently Asked Questions
What medical conditions do your nurses have experience managing?
St Josephs Nursing Home has nursing staff experienced in supporting people with caring for adults over 65 yrs. In the most recent CQC inspection on 06/09/2022, the home was rated Requires Improvement for Safe care — a category that covers clinical training, medication management, and infection control. Ask the nursing team directly about any specific medical conditions during your visit.
How quickly can a nurse attend to a resident in an emergency?
CQC inspectors rated St Josephs Nursing Home as Requires Improvement for Safe care on 06/09/2022. The Safe domain covers emergency protocols, staffing ratios, and risk management. Ask the home about nurse-to-resident ratios specifically during night and weekend shifts, when response times are most critical.
Are there regular GP visits, or do residents need to travel for appointments?
Residents at St Josephs Nursing Home typically remain registered with a local GP who can visit the home for routine and urgent appointments. As a nursing care home, on-site nurses handle day-to-day clinical care. Ask the home which GP surgery they work with and how specialist referrals are managed.
What is your approach to pain management and end-of-life care?
CQC inspectors rated St Josephs Nursing Home as Good for Caring on 06/09/2022. This domain specifically assesses how staff treat residents with compassion and dignity, including during palliative and end-of-life care. Ask the nursing team about their approach to pain management and whether they work with a local hospice or palliative care team.
What is the CQC rating for St Josephs Nursing Home?
St Josephs Nursing Home in Littlehampton is rated Requires improvement by the Care Quality Commission. The most recent inspection was on 06/09/2022. The home has 24 beds.
How many beds does St Josephs Nursing Home have?
St Josephs Nursing Home has 24 beds and operates as a care home with nursing in Littlehampton.
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