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 celebrate our diverse and dedicated team. We have limited sponsorship opportunities for Care Assistants, Senior Care Assistants and Nurses who currently reside in the UK and have an existing right to work. 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.
Position to cover Basingstoke, Hook and Frimley
We are looking for a full time Multi-site Painter/Decorator and repairs operative to join our team, to cover our five nursing homes based in Basingstoke, Hook and Frimley.
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.
" I love working for the company. Everyone is approachable and supportive"
**9.9 Review Score on carehome.co.uk**
We are looking for a painter/decorator Person to join our motivated and happy team.
Monday to Friday, from 7:30am to 4:30pm including breaks
As well as a competitive hourly rate, we offer the following benefits.
Weekend Housekeeping/Laundry Assistant weekends
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.
Salary £12.86 per hour.
12 hours a week every Saturday and Sunday 8am – 2pm.
As well as a competitive hourly rate, we offer the following benefits;
Activities Co-ordinator (35 hours)
Based at Oak Lodge, Rectory Road, Oakley, Basingstoke, Hants RG23 7EL – a care home with an “OUTSTANDING” CQC rating.
**Maintained ‘Outstanding’ CQC since 2019 **
** Top 20 Care Home South East England 2024 **
** Review Score of ‘10’ on carehome.co.uk**
Oak Lodge is a multi-award-winning care home at regional and national level. 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.
“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.”
Starting salary £12.90 per hour. Please only apply if you live within a commutable distance to the care Home and don't require sponsorship as we are unable to offer it at this time.
We are looking for someone to be able to commit to 35 hours a week, of various shifts including alternate weekends.
As well as a competitive hourly rate, we offer the following benefits;
Housekeeping/Laundry Assistant 40 hours
Based at Rowan Lodge, Crown Lane, Newnham, Basingstoke, RG27 9AN - 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.
** Above and Beyond Winner – A Place to be Proud of Awards 2024**
inalist in the Leadership Award – National Activity Providers Association Awards 2023**
**9.8 Review Score on carehome.co.uk**
Salary £12.86 per hour
This is a full-time position of 40 hours a week, to include alternate weekends.
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**
**Finalist for Best Interior Design – Healthcare Design Awards 2025**
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.
"Elm Lodge is a kind and caring home. Staff deliver good teamwork together"
" I Love working for the company. Everyone is approachable and supportive"
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.
Salary £12.86 per hour. Shifts are either 8am - 2pm or 8am - 4pm. Please only apply if you live within a commutable distance to the care Home and don't require sponsorship as we are unable to offer it at this time. This is a '0' hour contract covering ad-hoc shifts as and when required, offering lots of flexibility.
We are a new home that is growing so part time and full time hours are likely to become available in the future if required.
Please only apply if you live within a commutable distance to the care Home and don't require sponsorship as we are unable to offer it at this time.
As well as a competitive hourly rate, we offer the following benefits;
Care Assistant Nights
Based at our new care home, Elm Lodge in Hartley Wintney, RG27 8JG. Elm Lodge is a 60-bed residential care home and offers a fantastic opportunity to set the foundations of an outstanding home.
Forest Care is a family-owned company providing care since 1981. This means we run our homes with a breadth of experience and industry knowledge, combined with a family approach to care and management. Our private care homes combine luxury living alongside 24-hour nursing, residential, dementia and respite care for the elderly, in purpose-built environments within beautiful Surrey and Hampshire countryside locations. We are extremely proud of our award-winning care homes that are “homes” in the truest sense and thank our local communities for trusting us to care for their loved ones.
** Top 20 Small Care Home Group 2022**
**Finalist for Best Interior Design – Healthcare Design Awards 2025**
These accolades are a testament to the dedication and teamwork of like-minded individuals who share a passion for delivering person-centred care. Across Forest Care, our Care and Nursing staff-to-resident ratio exceeds the national average, and over 1/3 of our team members have been with us for more than five years.
"Elm Lodge is a kind and caring home. Staff deliver good teamwork together"
" I Love working for the company. Everyone is approachable and supportive"
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 £13.10 - £13.76 per hour, depending on qualifications. Alternate weekend working will be required. Night shifts are 8pm – 8am. 36 or 48 hours per week required.
Please only apply if you live within a commutable distance to the care Home and don't require sponsorship as we are unable to offer it at this time.
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;