How to write a care assistant CV

Although there is no set amount of content or layout for a CV, when applying for a job as a care assistant, you should make sure that it contains the right information and that it is set out in the right way.

Start With a Personal Profile

The Personal Profile is typically written at the top of the page and should contain about two to three sentences. This needs to be specific and not be a typical ‘caring’ profile. For example: “Compassionate and reliable carer with three years’ experience supporting older adults with personal care and mobility” is so much better than “I am a caring and enthusiastic person and would like to work as a Care Assistant”.

List Experience, Paid or Unpaid

Many people applying for Care Worker Jobs come from completely unrelated backgrounds, so do not worry! Caring for example, looking after a family member, voluntary work at a day centre, work in hospitality, etc. List the setting, your job title and then list some of the tasks you carried out.

Highlight Relevant Qualifications

Details of any relevant QQI certificates, manual handling and first aid qualifications should be clearly stated and highlighted to ensure that the reader is left in no doubt as to your suitability for the job for which you are applying.

Tailor Your CV to the Role

We can help to show you how to set out your care assistant CV, using information from a job description (such as references to support with dementia care, administration of to administer medications).

More on Care Worker Jobs can be found at https://www.caremark.ie/job-opportunities/care-assistant-job-opportunities.

Format It Clearly

Finally keep it to a couple of pages, use a plain font and make sure the layout looks good when printed out. For more information on how to structure a CV for Irish employers, a well-structured CV that speaks directly to the role of care assistant will always stand out from a generic CV.