This document provides resources for writing a cover letter for a care assistant position, including two sample cover letters. The samples letters introduce the applicant and their relevant qualifications, such as experience assisting with daily living activities and skills like meal preparation. They express interest in the position and availability for an interview. Additional materials referenced in the document include cover letter writing tips, resume samples, interview questions and answers, and guidance for follow-up letters and questions to ask during interviews.

1. Care assistant cover letter
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2. Care assistant cover letter sample 1
Dear Mr Jackson
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As you review my resume you will find my experience is commensurate with the position
of a Care Assistant that is currently available at the AAA Care Facility. I would like to offer
my services for this position as I believe that only a candidate with genuine passion to
help people, who have trouble leading a normal life, can do justice to it.
I have been working at the Maidstone Sanatorium as a Care Assistant for over seven years
and understand the demands of this job completely. Having worked in this capacity for
such a long time I am familiar with all the duties that are part of a Care Assistance’s job,
including: assisting residents with activities of daily living, and providing both physical and
emotional support and transporting them to appointments and activities outside the
facility.
Furthermore, I am extremely skilled in answering questions related to services, providing
dining services for residents and providing housekeeping servvices. My natural
demeanour and personality have helped me achieve my goals perfectly in the past and I
believe that I have the capacity to multitask without compromising my work or the safety
of the residents.
My resume is enclosed with this letter and will provide you with more details on what I
have to offer. I would genuinely appreciate an opportunity to meet with you and discuss
how my expertise and relevant experiences can benefit your facility. I will call your office
after 4 working days to schedule a personal interview at your convenience. Meanwhile, if
you need to speak to me, please feel free to contact me at (04) 6551-2558.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Yours sincerely
Mark Dixon

3. Care assistant cover letter sample 2
Dear Mr Jackson
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I am very interested in the Personal Care Assistant position currently available at the
Careminders Home Care. I have strong skills and several personal care experiences which
uniquely qualifies me for this job opportunity.
My education and professional background has provided me with exceptional knowledge
and expertise to perform all functions of personal care. For instance, I had performed a
variety of tasks for clients including but not limited to; bathing, dressing, grooming,
mobility and ambulation, incontinence care, transferring, and feeding under the
supervision of a registered nurse. I am also well versed in meal planning, preparation and
serving, housekeeping, laundry and medication reminders. Besides, I am able to efficiently
give companionship to keep the clients engaged in routine life.
Furthermore, I enjoy developing great rapport with people I help – a trustworthy and
dependable individual who take great satisfaction in caring for people of all cultures. I am
dedicated, hard working and able to follow-up the challenges in order to make them
success. Over and above, I am a lively team player who works well with co-workers and
colleagues.
My resume is enclosed for your evaluation. I will contact you after a few days to schedule
a time in which I may further discuss my qualifications for this Personal Care Assistant
position. In the mean time, I may be contacted at (000) 111-9999.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Yours sincerely
Mark Dixon

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