As our homes grow, we are continually looking for focused and passionate people to join our Forest Care family. In return, we provide comprehensive and ongoing training, irrespective of previous experience and qualifications. We are proud to say that over 1/3 of our staff have been with us for 5 years or more and we set our staffing levels above industry-standard ratios, to enable a more relaxed environment for our residents where person-centred care can be delivered without having to be rushed.
Forest Care are extremely proud of our international workforce, and we invite applications from all over the world to join our diverse and dedicated team. We have limited sponsorship opportunities for Care Assistants, Senior Care Assistants and Nurses. Upon receiving your details, a member of the team will only contact you if your profile and experience meets the requirements of one of our vacancies.
If you share our values and beliefs and want to make a difference, then click on the ‘Apply now’ button under the vacancy of interest (see below) or call 0333 004 0786.
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Senior Care Assistant Days
Based at Rowan Lodge, Crown Lane, Newnham, Basingstoke, RG27 9AN - a beautiful and modern family owned and managed care home with a CQC rating of “good” in all five areas. These accolades are only achieved through the teamwork of like-minded individuals passionate about delivering person-centered care. Our Care/Nursing staff to resident ratio is higher than the national average and nearly 50% of our team have been with us for over 5 years.
**9.8 Review Score on carehome.co.uk**
We are looking for a Senior Care Assistant Days to join the motivated and happy team working at our Rowan Lodge care home. At Forest Care, we are proud to create positive working environments in each of our care homes by encouraging employee participation and humour in the workplace.
“I can’t find fault with the support and guidance we receive as care staff. We all work well as a team and it's a nice working atmosphere.”
“Working at Forest Care has enhanced my career. The training provided by the home has developed my confidence to work more efficiently”
Starting salary £13.65 per hour. Alternate weekend working will be required. 36 or 48 hours a week required. Day shifts are 8am – 8pm.
Candidates will need access to their own transport to apply for this role.
As well as a competitive hourly rate, we offer the following benefits;
Forest Care
Forest Care is a family owned and managed company, currently with four care homes in Hampshire and Surrey. Our focus is to ensure we provide the highest standards of care to our residents, and their ongoing welfare, comfort and needs are central to how we run our homes. We want our homes to be a home in the truest sense, and we are committed to making our residents feel at home from the outset.
Main Duties of our Senior Care Assistants;
Activities Assistant 24 hours per week
Based at Rowan Lodge, Crown Lane, Newnham, Basingstoke, RG27 9AN - a beautiful and modern family owned and managed care home with a CQC rating of “good” in all five areas. These accolades are only achieved through the teamwork of like-minded individuals passionate about delivering person-centered care. Our Care/Nursing staff to resident ratio is higher than the national average and nearly 50% of our team have been with us for over 5 years.
** Winner of the 'Leadership Award' – National Activity Providers Association Awards 2025**
** Above and Beyond Winner – A Place to be Proud of Awards 2024**
**9.8 Rowan Lodge Review Score on carehome.co.uk**
We are looking for an Activities Assistant (24 hours per week) to join the motivated and happy team working at our Rowan Lodge care home. At Forest Care, we are proud to create positive working environments in each of our care homes by encouraging employee participation and humour in the workplace.
Please be advised that this role would require you to drive a small, manual van on occasion for trips out with Residents.
“I can’t find fault with the support and guidance we receive as care staff. We all work well as a team and it's a nice working atmosphere.”
“Working at Forest Care has enhanced my career. The training provided by the home has developed my confidence to work more efficiently”
Our Activities Team provide a full and varied activities programme of therapeutic group, individual and one-to-one activities for residents to enjoy. Activities are tailored towards the individual, supported by life story work, in line with Forest Care’s ethos of a person-centered approach to holistic care.
Starting salary £12.29 per hour. Both days alternate weekends required.
As well as a competitive hourly rate, we offer the following benefits;
Bank Care Assistant Days or Nights
Based at our stunning, brand-new care home, Elm Lodge in Hartley Wintney, RG27 8JG. Newly opened, Elm Lodge is a 60-bedded care home providing residential care and offers a fantastic opportunity to set the foundations of an outstanding home.
Forest Care is a family owned and managed company, currently with five care homes in Hampshire and Surrey. Our focus is to ensure we provide the highest standards of care to our residents, and their ongoing welfare, comfort and needs are central to how we run our homes. We want our homes to be a home in the truest sense, and we are committed to making our residents feel at home from the outset.
** Top 20 Small Care Home Group 2022**
These accolades are only achieved through the teamwork of like-minded individuals passionate about delivering person-centered care. Our Care/Nursing staff to resident ratio is higher than the national average across Forest Care and nearly 50% of our team have been with us for over 5 years.
“Forest Care is a very homely company, and all the staff feel like they are part of one big family.”
“I'm very happy with the training and development at Forest Care. They support us to achieve our NVQ and further qualifications.”
We are looking for a reliable, caring Bank Care Assistant who wants to make a difference by contributing to providing the best care possible at all times. At Forest Care, we are proud to create positive working environments in each of our care homes by encouraging employee participation and humour in the workplace.
Salary £12.60 - £13.23 per hour, depending on qualifications. Alternate weekend working will be required. Night shifts are 8pm – 8am. Day shifts are 8am – 8pm.
Candidates will need access to their own transport to apply for this role.
As well as a competitive hourly rate, we offer the following benefits;
Activities Co-ordinator full or part time
Based at Holly Lodge, St Catherine’s Road, Frimley Green, Camberley, Surrey GU16 9NP - a care home with a CQC rating of “good” in all five areas. These accolades are only achieved through the teamwork of like-minded individuals passionate about delivering person-centered care. Our Care/Nursing staff to resident ratio is higher than the national average and nearly 50% of our team have been with us for over 5 years.
Come and make a difference by joining our wonderful team at Forest Care – we’d love to have you!
All we ask is that you are kind, caring, patient and have a desire to make a positive impact in people’s lives. In return, we offer a fantastic working environment and some great benefits including career paid progression.
**9.9 Review Score on carehome.co.uk**
Salary £12.29 per hour. Some weekend working may be required on occasion.
We can offer a full time, 40 hour week position or part time of 20 hours per week. Please state your preference when applying.
“Working at Forest Care has enhanced my career. The training provided by the home has developed my confidence to work more efficiently”
As well as a competitive hourly rate, we offer the following benefits;
Bank Housekeeping/Laundry Assistant
Based at our stunning, brand-new care home, Elm Lodge in Hartley Wintney, RG27 8JG. Newly opened, Elm Lodge is a 60-bedded care home providing residential care and offers a fantastic opportunity to set the foundations of an outstanding home.
Forest Care is a family owned and managed company, currently with five care homes in Hampshire and Surrey. Our focus is to ensure we provide the highest standards of care to our residents, and their ongoing welfare, comfort and needs are central to how we run our homes. We want our homes to be a home in the truest sense, and we are committed to making our residents feel at home from the outset.
** Top 20 Small Care Home Group 2022**
These accolades are only achieved through the teamwork of like-minded individuals passionate about delivering person-centered care. Our Care/Nursing staff to resident ratio is higher than the national average across Forest Care and nearly 50% of our team have been with us for over 5 years.
“Forest Care is a very homely company, and all the staff feel like they are part of one big family.”
“I'm very happy with the training and development at Forest Care. They support us to achieve our NVQ and further qualifications.”
We are looking for a reliable Housekeeping/Laundry Assistant who wants to make a difference by contributing to providing the best care possible at all times. At Forest Care, we are proud to create positive working environments in each of our care homes by encouraging employee participation and humour in the workplace.
Starting salary £12.25 per hour. Flexibility required with shifts of various timings.
As well as a competitive hourly rate, we offer the following benefits;
Care Assistant Nights
Based at our stunning, brand-new care home, Elm Lodge in Hartley Wintney, RG27 8JG. Newly opened, Elm Lodge is a 60-bedded care home providing residential care and offers a fantastic opportunity to set the foundations of an outstanding home.
Forest Care is a family owned and managed company, currently with five care homes in Hampshire and Surrey. Our focus is to ensure we provide the highest standards of care to our residents, and their ongoing welfare, comfort and needs are central to how we run our homes. We want our homes to be a home in the truest sense, and we are committed to making our residents feel at home from the outset.
** Top 20 Small Care Home Group 2022**
These accolades are only achieved through the teamwork of like-minded individuals passionate about delivering person-centered care. Our Care/Nursing staff to resident ratio is higher than the national average across Forest Care and nearly 50% of our team have been with us for over 5 years.
“Forest Care is a very homely company, and all the staff feel like they are part of one big family.”
“I'm very happy with the training and development at Forest Care. They support us to achieve our NVQ and further qualifications.”
We are looking for a reliable, caring Care Assistant who wants to make a difference by contributing to providing the best care possible at all times. At Forest Care, we are proud to create positive working environments in each of our care homes by encouraging employee participation and humour in the workplace.
Salary £12.60 - £13.23 per hour, depending on qualifications. Alternate weekend working will be required. Night shifts are 8pm – 8am.
Candidates will need access to their own transport to apply for this role.
As well as a competitive hourly rate, we offer the following benefits;
Bank Kitchen Assistant
Based at our stunning, brand-new care home, Elm Lodge in Hartley Wintney, RG27 8JG. Newly opened, Elm Lodge is a 60-bedded care home providing residential care and offers a fantastic opportunity to set the foundations of an outstanding home.
Forest Care is a family owned and managed company, currently with five care homes in Hampshire and Surrey. Our focus is to ensure we provide the highest standards of care to our residents, and their ongoing welfare, comfort and needs are central to how we run our homes. We want our homes to be a home in the truest sense, and we are committed to making our residents feel at home from the outset.
** Top 20 Small Care Home Group 2022**
These accolades are only achieved through the teamwork of like-minded individuals passionate about delivering person-centered care. Our Care/Nursing staff to resident ratio is higher than the national average across Forest Care and nearly 50% of our team have been with us for over 5 years.
“Forest Care is a very homely company, and all the staff feel like they are part of one big family.”
“I'm very happy with the training and development at Forest Care. They support us to achieve our NVQ and further qualifications.”
We are looking for a reliable, caring Kitchen Assistant who wants to make a difference by contributing to providing the best care possible at all times. At Forest Care, we are proud to create positive working environments in each of our care homes by encouraging employee participation and humour in the workplace.
Starting salary £12.25 per hour. Flexibility required with shifts of various timings.
As well as a competitive hourly rate, we offer the following benefits;
