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.
Housekeeping/Laundry Assistant part time
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 £12.25 per hour. Various positions available;
**12 hours a week every Saturday and Sunday 8am – 2pm**
**12 hours a week every other Saturday and Sunday 8am – 2pm**
**24 hours a week on various days 8am – 4pm to include alternate weekends**
Please confirm your preference when applying.
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 £12.60 - £13.23 per hour, depending on qualifications. Alternate weekend working will be required. Night shifts are 8pm – 8am.
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;
Care Assistant Days
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 £12.60 - £13.23 per hour, depending on qualifications. Alternate weekend working will be required. Day shifts are 8am - 8pm.
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;
