Looking for a job in care? Whether you’re new to the health and social care sector or have years of experience, your CV is your chance to show what you can do and why you’d be a great addition to a care team.
A good CV is clear, honest and shows your strengths.
What to Include in Your CV:
- Your name and contact details (email and phone number)
- A short personal statement – just 2 or 3 lines about who you are and what kind of work you’re looking for
- Your work experience – start with your most recent job. Even if it’s not in care, it still shows skills
- Training and certificates – for example: Moving and Handling, First Aid, or your Care Certificate
- Languages spoken – always good to include in diverse care settings!
- Any other experiences – looking after family, volunteering or customer service work
Keep it Simple:
- Use a plain, easy-to-read font
- Avoid pictures
- Keep it to 1 or 2 pages
- Save and send as a PDF (if you can)
Need Help? Use Our Free CV Builder
Don’t know where to start? Our free CV builder is made for people working in care. It’s simple, step by step, and creates a professional CV you can download and use right away. Try our free CV builder HERE!
Even if you’ve never worked in care before, you’ve probably developed the skills that really matter: kindness, patience, responsibility, and the ability to care for other.
