Care Assistant (Days)

Forest Care Limited; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-owned care company in Hartley Wintney is seeking a Care Assistant to deliver exceptional care. The role offers a salary of £12.60–£13.23 per hour, with responsibilities including assisting residents, promoting activities, and documenting care. Ideal candidates should have a genuine willingness to care for seniors, with NVQ training provided. Benefits include 28 days holiday, training, and employee assistance programs.

Benefits

28 days holiday

Enhanced pay for Bank Holidays

Ongoing training and development

Free uniform

Employee Assistance Programme

Qualifications

• NVQ qualification is desirable but not essential; full training is provided.
• Position is subject to DBS check.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents with dressing, bathing, and toilet use.
• Support residents with mobility problems.
• Promote mental and physical activity through conversation and hobbies.
• Assist with meals when required.
• Read and write reports in case notes.
• Assist with medication administration as directed.

Skills

Genuine willingness to care for senior adults

High level of written and spoken English

Education

NVQ qualification (desirable)

Job description

Elm Lodge is a 60‑bed residential care home located at Hartley Wintney, RG27 8JG. It offers a fantastic opportunity to help set the foundations of an outstanding home.

Forest Care is a family‑owned company that has been providing care since 1981. We run our homes with a wealth of experience and industry knowledge, combining a family approach with luxury living, 24‑hour nursing, residential, dementia and respite care for the elderly in purpose‑built environments across the Surrey and Hampshire countryside.

Top 20 Small Care Home Group 2022

Finalist for Best Interior Design – Healthcare Design Awards 2025

These accolades demonstrate the dedication and teamwork of like‑minded individuals who share a passion for delivering person‑centred care. Across Forest Care, our staff‑to‑resident ratio exceeds the national average, and over one‑third 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.”

Job Overview

We are looking for a reliable, caring Care Assistant to help deliver the best possible care at all times. Salary is £12.60 – £13.23 per hour, depending on qualifications. Alternate weekend working will be required. Night shifts run from 8pm to 8am.

Please apply only if you live within a commutable distance to the care home and do not require sponsorship, as we are unable to offer it at this time. Candidates also need to have their own transport.

Benefits

• 28 days holiday (for full‑time workers), rising with years of service
• Enhanced pay for Bank Holidays
• Long service awards
• Ongoing training and development
• NVQ training
• Refer a friend scheme
• Free uniform
• Employee Assistance Programme (24/7)
• Blue‑Light staff discount card, Employee of the Month, appreciation weeks and many more

Main Duties

• Assist residents with dressing, undressing, bathing and toilet use
• Support residents with mobility problems and/or other physical disabilities
• Promote mental and physical activity through conversation, outdoor activities and hobbies
• Assist with meals when required
• Read and write reports in case notes
• Assist with medication administration as directed
• Undertake other duties as required by line management

Skills and Experience

• NVQ qualification (desirable but not essential – full training is provided)
• A genuine willingness to care for senior adults in a care home environment
• High level of written and spoken English
• Position subject to DBS check

While it is no longer a requirement to be vaccinated against Covid‑19, we strongly encourage all current and prospective staff to be fully vaccinated, as it remains the best line of defence.