Sector guide

Care work jobs in Europe

Care homes and home-care providers hire carers, assistants and cleaning staff. Language level and background checks matter more here than in most sectors.

Roles that appear most

  • Care assistants in residential homes
  • Home carers for elderly clients
  • Support workers for people with disabilities
  • Cleaning and catering staff in care facilities

Language and checks

Most employers expect a working level of the local language for direct care, and nearly all request a criminal-record certificate and health documentation.

Qualifications

Nursing or care qualifications may need formal recognition in the destination country. Check the recognition procedure with the official authorities before you commit to a role.

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