Aged Care Cover Letter Template
An Australian cover letter template for aged care roles — carer, PCA and AIN — works with a Certificate III or no experience.
See the cover letter →Aged Care Resume Template (Australia)
For aged care roles such as aged care worker, personal care assistant or assistant in nursing — including entry-level applicants with a Certificate III.
Preview
Maria Santos
04xx xxx xxx | maria.santos@example.com | Blacktown, NSW
Professional Summary
Compassionate and reliable aged care worker with a Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), seeking a role supporting elderly residents with personal care and daily living. Calm and patient, with a genuine commitment to dignity, safety and person-centred care. Available for morning, evening and weekend shifts.
Key Skills
- Personal care (showering, dressing, grooming)
- Mobility assistance and safe manual handling
- Medication assistance and monitoring
- Meal preparation and feeding support
- Dementia-aware, dignity-focused care
- Documentation and progress notes
- Empathy and clear communication
- Reliable, punctual and a team player
Education
Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing)2025
TAFE example, NSW
Completed, including supervised work placement in residential aged care.
Higher School Certificate (Year 12)2023
Secondary school example, NSW
Completed.
Work Experience
Aged Care Work PlacementSep 2025 – Oct 2025
XXXX Residential Aged Care, Blacktown, NSW
- Assisted residents with personal care, mobility and meals under supervision
- Followed individual care plans and reported changes to registered nurses
- Supported social activities and provided companionship to residents
Volunteer Carer2024 – 2025
XXXX Community Centre, Blacktown, NSW
- Provided companionship and support to elderly community members
- Helped run social and recreational activities
Licences & Certifications
- First Aid and CPR certificate (HLTAID011)
- National Police Check (current)
- NDIS Worker Screening Check
- Driver's licence (Full)
Referees
Referees available on request.
Next steps
Once your resume is ready
Pair it with a cover letter, then apply and follow up with confidence.
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Open the tool →Job Application Follow-Up Generator
Create a polite follow-up message after applying for a role.
Open the tool →How to Write an Aged Care Resume
What to put on an aged care resume, the clearances to list, and how to write it with no experience.
Read the guide →Resume Checklist
Run through this before you send your resume — the basics, tailoring, Australian conventions and a final check.
Open the checklist →Frequently asked questions
What should I put on an aged care resume?
Lead with your Certificate III in Individual Support (Ageing), personal-care skills, and any work placement or volunteering. List required clearances (Police Check, NDIS Worker Screening, First Aid/CPR) and highlight empathy, reliability and safe manual handling.
Can I get an aged care job with no experience?
Yes. Many people start after a Certificate III, which includes a supervised work placement. Draw on that placement, any volunteering and caring for family, and emphasise soft skills like patience and reliability.
What checks do I need for aged care work?
Most roles require a National Police Check and increasingly an NDIS Worker Screening Check, plus First Aid and CPR. Some require proof of immunisations. Always check the job ad.
This template is a free, general formatting guide for Australian job seekers. JobCall provides communication templates only and is not career counselling, recruitment or legal advice. Please adapt the wording and details to your own circumstances.