Current Vacancies.

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.

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Assistant Care Supervisor

Assistant Care Supervisor full 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.

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.

** 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 full time, reliable, caring Assistant Care Supervisor 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.

To support the Care Supervisor and care management team in delivering consistently high-quality, person-centred care to residents. The Assistant Care Supervisor provides daily operational support, assists in overseeing shift delivery, helps manage rotas and shift cover, and carries out designated duty manager responsibilities.

This role holds direct responsibility for delivering Moving & Handling (M&H) training and competency assessments across the home, supporting staff inductions, and ensuring high standards of safety, dignity, and regulatory compliance.

Starting salary £15.75 per hour. Alternate weekend working will be required. 42 hours per week.

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;

  • 28 days Holiday (for full time workers)
  • Enhanced pay for Bank Holidays
  • Comprehensive induction training
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Auto-enrolment Pension Scheme
  • NVQ Training
  • Refer a Friend Scheme
  • Paid breaks
  • Free Uniform
  • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 covering a full range of issues. Includes perks and discounts too!
  • Blue Light Staff Discount Card, Employee of the Month, Appreciation weeks and many more!

Key Responsibilities

  1. Care & Resident Support
  • Support the Care Supervisor and care staff in providing high-quality personal care that respects residents' dignity, privacy, and independence.
  • Assist with medication administration as required, following company policy and under the direction of management.
  • Take daily direction from the Care Supervisor regarding shift priorities and resident care requirements.
  • Work collaboratively with the Home Manager and Head of Care to identify and respond to residents' changing needs.
  1. Operational Support & Shift Leadership
  • Assist the Care Supervisor in guiding, supporting, and monitoring Senior Carers and Care Assistants during shifts.
  • Attend daily handover meetings and review the 24-hour communication log at the start of each shift to ensure seamless information sharing.
  • Assist the Care Supervisor with rota management and provide essential operational shift cover during planned or unplanned staff absences.
  • Work flexibly across all shift patterns—including days, nights, and alternating weekends with the Care Supervisor—to ensure consistent leadership across the home.
  • Undertake pre-arranged Duty Manager responsibilities on assigned evenings, nights, and weekends.
  1. Moving & Handling (M&H) Training & Staff Development
  • Undertake, achieve, and maintain qualified Moving & Handling Trainer status.
  • Deliver mandatory Moving & Handling induction training to all new care staff, assessing and signing off their competency before they work independently.
  • Conduct regular Moving & Handling refresher training and practical competency assessments for all existing staff across the home in line with current legislation and best practice.
  • Maintain complete, accurate training records and submit regular compliance reports to the management team.
  • Actively monitor moving and handling practices on shift; identify poor or unsafe techniques immediately and deliver prompt corrective instruction.
  • Support the broader induction and onboarding of new care staff until they demonstrate full confidence and competence.
  • Assist with other mandatory training modules, including MCM training, as required by management.
  1. Care Planning, Documentation & Quality Assurance
  • Assist the Care Supervisor in creating, reviewing, and updating non-clinical care plans to ensure care staff have accurate instructions.
  • Conduct routine audits of daily care notes to ensure documentation is clear, accurate, and reflective of care provided.
  • Monitor care standards on shift and report any practice concerns or training needs to the Care Supervisor and management team.
  • Promote a strong culture of safeguarding, dignity, respect, and continuous service improvement.
  1. General Responsibilities
  • Maintain strict confidentiality regarding residents, staff, and organizational matters in compliance with Data Protection/GDPR legislation.
  • Understand and comply with all relevant Health & Safety, Employment, and Social Care legislation.
  • Adhere strictly to company policies, procedures, and professional standards at all times.
  • Participate actively in regular formal supervision, performance appraisals, and team meetings.
  • Undertake any other reasonable duties aligned with the role as requested by the Care Supervisor, Head of Care, or Home Manager.

Working Requirements & Shift Patterns

The Assistant Care Supervisor must demonstrate flexibility and reliability to meet operational needs, including:

  • Day shifts, night shifts, and weekend rotas.
  • Alternating weekend coverage alongside/in rotation with the Care Supervisor.
  • Pre-arranged Duty Manager responsibilities.
  • Conducting practical training sessions across various shift times to accommodate all care staff.

While it is no longer a requirement that people we employ are vaccinated against Covid-19, we still strongly believe that vaccination remains the best line of defence and we therefore continue to encourage all current and prospective staff to be fully vaccinated.

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  • **Competitive**
  • Elm Lodge, Hook, Hampshire
  • Permanent

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Senior Care Assistant (Days)

Senior Care Assistant Days full 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.

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.

** 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 full time, reliable, caring Senior 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.

Starting salary £14.20 per hour. 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;

  • 28 days Holiday (for full time workers)
  • Enhanced pay for Bank Holidays
  • Comprehensive induction training
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Auto-enrolment Pension Scheme
  • NVQ Training
  • Refer a Friend Scheme
  • Paid breaks
  • Free Uniform
  • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 covering a full range of issues. Includes perks and discounts too!
  • Blue Light Staff Discount Card, Employee of the Month, Appreciation weeks and many more!

 Main Duties of our Senior Care Assistants;

  • Ensure all junior staff contribute to the best of their ability; in both the efficient running of the home, and its atmosphere.
  • Assist residents who need help with dressing, undressing, bathing and toilet.
  • Assist with medication administration as required/directed
  • Assist residents with mobility problems and/or other physical disabilities.
  • Promote the mental and physical activity of residents through talking to them, taking them out, sharing with them in activities such as reading, writing, and any other hobbies that they might have.
  • Assist residents at meal times if required
  • Read and write reports in case notes.
  • Answer emergency bells
  • To undertake any other duties as required by line management

Skills and Experience of our Senior Care Assistants;

  • NVQ Qualification – NVQ 3 essential.
  • A genuine willingness to care for Senior Adults within a Care Home environment
  • Previous experience in leading or supervising a Care Team desirable
  • High level of written and spoken English

This role is subject to a successful DBS check.

While it is no longer a requirement that people we employ are vaccinated against Covid-19, we still strongly believe that vaccination remains the best line of defence and we therefore continue to encourage all current and prospective staff to be fully vaccinated.

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  • From £14.20 per hour
  • Elm Lodge, Hook, Hampshire
  • Permanent

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Senior Care Assistant (Weekend Days)

Senior Care Assistant weekend days

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.

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.

** 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 full time, reliable, caring Senior 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 £14.20 per hour. Both days every weekend is required. 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;

  • 28 days Holiday (for full time workers)
  • Enhanced pay for Bank Holidays
  • Comprehensive induction training
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Auto-enrolment Pension Scheme
  • NVQ Training
  • Refer a Friend Scheme
  • Paid breaks
  • Free Uniform
  • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 covering a full range of issues. Includes perks and discounts too!
  • Blue Light Staff Discount Card, Employee of the Month, Appreciation weeks and many more!

 Main Duties of our Senior Care Assistants;

  • Ensure all junior staff contribute to the best of their ability; in both the efficient running of the home, and its atmosphere.
  • Assist residents who need help with dressing, undressing, bathing and toilet.
  • Assist with medication administration as required/directed
  • Assist residents with mobility problems and/or other physical disabilities.
  • Promote the mental and physical activity of residents through talking to them, taking them out, sharing with them in activities such as reading, writing, and any other hobbies that they might have.
  • Assist residents at meal times if required
  • Read and write reports in case notes.
  • Answer emergency bells
  • To undertake any other duties as required by line management

Skills and Experience of our Senior Care Assistants;

  • NVQ Qualification – NVQ 3 essential.
  • A genuine willingness to care for Senior Adults within a Care Home environment
  • Previous experience in leading or supervising a Care Team desirable
  • High level of written and spoken English

This role is subject to a successful DBS check.

While it is no longer a requirement that people we employ are vaccinated against Covid-19, we still strongly believe that vaccination remains the best line of defence and we therefore continue to encourage all current and prospective staff to be fully vaccinated.

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  • From £14.20 per hour
  • Elm Lodge, Hook, Hampshire
  • Permanent

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Activities Coordinator

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.

** Above and Beyond Winner – A Place to be Proud of Awards 2024**

** Finalist in the Leadership Award – National Activity Providers Association Awards 2023**

**9.8 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. Various shifts of 6 hours covering various days and times across the week, including alternate weekends.

“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 £12.90 per hour.

As well as a competitive hourly rate, we offer the following benefits;

  • 28 days Holiday (for full time workers)
  • Enhanced pay for Bank Holidays
  • Comprehensive induction training
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Auto-enrolment Pension Scheme
  • NVQ Training
  • Refer a Friend Scheme
  • Paid breaks
  • Free Uniform
  • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 covering a full range of issues. Includes perks and discounts too!
  • Blue Light Staff Discount Card, Employee of the Month, Appreciation weeks and many more!

Candidates will need access to their own transport to apply for this role.

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.

We are looking for a reliable, caring Activities Assistant who wants to make a difference by contributing to providing the best care possible at all times and is committed to enriching the lives of all our Residents.

Main Duties of our Activities Assistant;

  • Help to plan and organise programmes of individual and group activities
  • Help to review and evaluate the activities programme so that it is kept up to date and fit for purpose.
  • Work closely with residents, staff and others involved in the organising and the running of events.
  • To undertake any other duties as required by line management

Skills and Experience of our Activities Assistant;

  • Previous experience of organising events and activities within a care home setting (not essential, as training is provided)
  • Good organisational skills
  • A moderate level of computer literacy
  • Enthusiastic and outgoing personality
  • Willing to work towards Level 2 Napa Qualification in Activities

Please note this position is subject to a DBS check.

While it is no longer a requirement that people we employ are vaccinated against Covid-19, we still strongly believe that vaccination remains the best line of defence and we therefore continue to encourage all current and prospective staff to be fully vaccinated.

 

 

 

 

 

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  • £12.90 per hour
  • Rowan Lodge, Basingstoke, Hampshire
  • Permanent

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Care Assistant (Days)

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 £13.10 - £13.76 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;

  • 28 days Holiday (for full time workers) rising with years of service
  • Enhanced pay for Bank Holidays
  • Long service awards
  • Comprehensive induction training
  • Ongoing training and development
  • Auto-enrolment Pension Scheme
  • NVQ Training
  • Refer a Friend Scheme
  • Paid breaks
  • Free Uniform
  • Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 covering a full range of issues. Includes perks and discounts too!
  • Blue Light Staff Discount Card, Employee of the Month, Appreciation weeks and many more!

Main Duties of our Care Assistants;

  • Assist residents who need help with dressing, undressing, bathing and toilet.
  • Assist residents with mobility problems and/or other physical disabilities.
  • Promote the mental and physical activity of residents through talking to them, taking them out, sharing with them in activities such as reading, writing, and any other hobbies that they might have.
  • Assist residents at mealtimes if required.
  • Read and write reports in case notes.
  • Assist with medication administration as required/directed.
  • To undertake any other duties as required by line management.

Skills and Experience of our Care Assistants;

  • NVQ Qualification – (Desirable but not essential as full training is provided and NVQ training is available)
  • A genuine willingness to care for Senior Adults within a Care Home environment
  • High level of written and spoken English
  • Please note this position is subject to a DBS check.

While it is no longer a requirement that people we employ are vaccinated against Covid-19, we still strongly believe that vaccination remains the best line of defence and we therefore continue to encourage all current and prospective staff to be fully vaccinated.

 

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  • £13.10 per hour
  • Elm Lodge, Hook, Hampshire
  • Permanent

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