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Nursing Assistant / Gerocultor

On-site in Paterna·Full-time·Added today

Ballesol

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Overview

Job details

Fixed-term contract
Full-time.

Requirements

Have the right to work in Spain
Ballesol doesn't mention sponsorship in the ad.
Work on-site in Paterna
No relocation package mentioned.
Vocational training (FP Grado Medio)
“FP Auxiliar de Enfermería, FP Atención Sociosanitaria o Certificado de Profesionalidad (título homologado).” — per the ad.

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Requirements

What we're looking for

Vocational Training in Nursing Assistance, Vocational Training in Sociosanitary Care or Professional Certificate (homologated title).
Experience of between 6 months and 1 year in an Elderly Residence.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Temporary contract with the option to continue.
Full-time position on a fixed afternoon shift (2:30 PM - 10:00 PM) from Monday to Sunday with rotating days off. New days-off system that increases the frequency of your time off!
Salary according to collective agreement.
Immediate start.
A purposeful work environment where your work has a direct impact on people's quality of life.
Ongoing training and professional development, as well as other advantages and benefits of belonging to Grupo Santalucía.
Collaboration with committed and approachable multidisciplinary teams.

The role

At Ballesol, with more than 40 years of experience and more than 55 centers throughout Spain, we work every day to offer older people a safe, comfortable environment and care in every detail. Our team, made up of more than 4,500 professionals, shares the commitment to guarantee spaces that convey well-being and quality of life.

Therefore, we are looking to hire a Geriatric Caregiver at our Ballesol Valterna center who shares our vocation for care and companionship, contributing to the physical and emotional well-being of elderly people.

Provide comprehensive care to residents, accompanying them with respect, empathy, and closeness in their daily lives. Their work is essential to ensure the comfort, health, and dignity of the elderly, collaborating closely with the center's healthcare and multidisciplinary team.

What you'll do

Care for, accompany, and assist residents in their daily activities, always ensuring their physical, emotional, and social well-being.
Collaborate in the development and support of therapies, following the instructions of the healthcare staff and the direct care team.
Serve and assist with breakfasts, snacks, and other meals, as well as keep the residents' personal belongings clean and in good condition.
Accompany on walks and activities, and help residents when they go to bed or get up, especially those with limited mobility.
Perform personal hygiene for residents.
Carry out the necessary mobilizations to promote comfort and prevent complications derived from immobility.
Communicate any incidents or changes in the resident's condition to the nursing or supervision team.

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
Website: ballesol.es

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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Additional information

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.

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