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CV Advice for Care Professionals

Oikos Health Care Solutions – Supporting Your Career in Care

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Your skills save lives—let your CV show it

At Oikos, we understand that a strong CV is your first step towards a rewarding role in the care sector. Whether you're an experienced support worker, healthcare assistant, or just starting your career in care, your CV should clearly reflect your compassion, skills, and professionalism.

Below are our expert tips to help you stand out to employers across Malvern, Worcestershire, and beyond.

1. Keep It Clear and Professional

Your CV should be:

No more than 2 pages

Easy to read with clear headings

Written in a professional tone

Use a simple layout and avoid overly decorative fonts. Employers in healthcare value clarity and accuracy.

2. Start with a Strong Personal Statement

This short paragraph (3–5 lines) should highlight:

Your experience in care
Your key strengths (e.g. compassion, reliability)
The type of role you're seeking

Example:

“Compassionate and dedicated Healthcare Assistant with over 3 years’ experience supporting elderly clients in residential settings. Skilled in personal care, safeguarding, and promoting dignity and independence.”

3. Highlight Relevant Care Experience

Focus on roles such as:

  • Healthcare Assistant
  • Support Worker
  • Domiciliary Carer
  • Nursing Assistant

For each role, include:

  • Employer name and dates
  • Key responsibilities
  • Achievements or impact
Tip: Use bullet points like:
  • Assisted clients with personal care and daily living activities
  • Monitored and recorded vital signs
  • Supported individuals with dementia and mobility needs

4. Include Training and Qualifications

Care employers look for up-to-date training. Include:

NVQ / QCF in Health & Social Care
Care Certificate
Manual Handling
Safeguarding Training
First Aid
If you're working towards qualifications, mention that too.

5. Showcase Key Skills

Make your skills section relevant to care roles, such as:

Communication and empathy
Safeguarding awareness
Medication administration
Teamwork
Time management

6. Emphasise Compliance and Safety

In the care sector, compliance is essential. Include:

Right to work in the UK
DBS status (e.g. “Enhanced DBS on Update Service”)
Driving licence (if applicable)
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7. Tailor Your CV for Each Role

Avoid sending the same CV everywhere. Adjust it to match the job description:

  • Highlight relevant experience
  • Use keywords from the job advert
  • Focus on the type of care setting (e.g. domiciliary vs residential)

8. Include Local Availability

As a local care agency in Malvern and Worcestershire, we value:

  • Your availability (days/nights/weekends)
  • Willingness to travel
  • Access to transport

9. Avoid Common Mistakes

Spelling or grammar errors
Missing dates or gaps unexplained
Too much irrelevant information
Using informal language

10. Let Oikos Help You

At Oikos Health Care Solutions, we support our candidates every step of the way. If you're unsure about your CV, our team is happy to guide you.

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