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TRAINING AND EMPLOYMENT AT BALLESOL - Elderly Care

On-site in Madrid·Added 2 months ago (last checked 15 Oct)

Ballesol

208 open roles

Overview

Work mode
On-site, Madrid
Education
Vocational training (FP Grado Medio)

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Skills

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

The role

Do you live in Spain and would you like to work in elderly care, but you do not yet have the necessary training? At Ballesol we want to help you take the first step.

Through different training programs with collaborating entities and academies, you will have the opportunity to obtain the OFFICIAL professional certificate in social and healthcare assistance and to learn the profession of Geriatric Care Assistant by completing internships at one of our centers, with the possibility of later joining our teams.

In addition, you will supplement your training with Ballesol's own content led by expert professionals from the company.

What does the program consist of?

  • Official specialized training in social and healthcare assistance for dependent individuals.
  • Supplementary training on the care model and the way of working at Ballesol.
  • Internships at one of our residential centers.
  • Possibility of joining our teams after completing the training process.

What will you learn?

  • Care and attention for elderly people in their daily lives.
  • Hygiene, nutrition, and mobility assistance.
  • Accompaniment and support for their physical and emotional well-being.
  • Teamwork with professionals at the center.
  • Ballesol's way of caring, based on respect, closeness, and dignity.

What are we looking for?

We are looking for people with a vocation for caring for the elderly and a desire to develop professionally, who have:

  • Availability to complete the training and internships on the dates established for each intake.
  • A valid work permit in Spain.
  • Residence anywhere in Spain, as we have programs in different locations depending on each intake.

If you are interested in participating in future Ballesol training and employment initiatives, apply to this job posting and we will be able to count on you when we launch new programs.

With more than 40 years of experience and more than 55 centers in Spain, at Ballesol we work every day to provide elderly people with a safe, comfortable environment and care in every detail.

Our team, made up of more than 4,500 professionals, shares a single purpose: to accompany and care for elderly people, contributing to their well-being and quality of life.

At Ballesol, we promote an inclusive, respectful work environment free from any type of discrimination. We value diversity in all its forms and guarantee equal opportunities in our selection processes, without distinction of gender, age, ethnic origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, or other personal characteristics. We believe that a diverse and committed team is key to providing quality, humane care to our residents.

Requirements

  • Availability to complete the training and internships on the dates established for each intake.
  • A valid work permit in Spain.

About Ballesol

Ballesol is a Spanish company specializing in elderly care, operating a network of residential care homes (residencias de mayores) across Spain. With over 50 centers nationwide, it provides comprehensive care services including nursing, physiotherapy, occupational therapy, and socio-cultural activities for the elderly. The company is one of the leading private operators in Spain's senior care sector, serving thousands of residents with a focus on personalized, quality care.

Ballesol has a strong presence throughout Spain, with residential centers in cities such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Seville, Zaragoza, Valladolid, Vigo, and Tenerife, among others. The company's work culture emphasizes compassionate care and professional development for its staff, including nurses, geriatric assistants, therapists, and maintenance personnel. For international professionals, Ballesol offers opportunities in the growing healthcare and elderly care sector in Spain, with roles that require Spanish language proficiency and often relevant healthcare qualifications, making it a relevant employer for those seeking to relocate and work in the Spanish care industry.

Industry
Elderly Care
Founded
1987
Employees
1,000–5,000
Headquarters
Madrid, Spain
In Spain
Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona and 13 more

Good to know if you are moving

  • Ballesol operates over 50 residential care centers across Spain, providing a wide range of job opportunities in various cities.
  • The company primarily hires healthcare professionals such as nurses (DUE), geriatric assistants, physiotherapists, and occupational therapists, requiring Spanish language skills and relevant qualifications.
  • Ballesol offers roles in both urban and coastal locations, including Madrid, Valencia, Barcelona, and Tenerife, allowing for diverse living environments.
  • As a leading Spanish elderly care provider, Ballesol provides stable employment in a growing sector, with opportunities for career development in healthcare.
  • International professionals must have their nursing or healthcare qualifications recognized in Spain (homologación) to work in clinical roles.
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