Overseas Candidates

Whom We Seek to Recruit and Why

We are keen to help recruit and place social workers from overseas in rewarding and fulfilling jobs in this country because the UK, which includes England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, has a national shortage of social workers. Recent graduates from accredited universities and social workers with several years of experience are particularly welcome to contact us with a view to speedy placement.

Jobs are available now in these sectors:

Mental Health
Child Protection
Children Looked After
Children Leaving Care
Older Persons
Learning Disabilities
Physical Disabilities
Substance Misuse
Youth Offending
Fostering and Adoption
Domestic Violence

How We Can Assist

Overseas candidates are eligible for all the services and benefits described on our What We do for You. In addition however we add the following services which help them meet the challenges associated with setting up in a new environment and get them settled quickly.

All Overseas Candidate receive:

Dedicated recruitment consultant
Services of a qualified social worker as a mentor
Assistance with GSCC verification and registration
Assistance with work permits

In addition, when requested, we will

Meet you at a UK airport
Assist finding accommodation.
Help open a bank account
Provide training
Briefing on UK tax affairs
Give practical advice
View the Code of Practice

Find information on registration with the GSCC or BPS on our Useful Links page.

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