Are you a Nigerian in the UK or back home dreaming of working in healthcare here in the UK? The NHS is offering visa-sponsored roles that could open the door to a meaningful career – and possibly your ticket to the UK if you’re still planning your move. These roles are ideal for those who are passionate about care, community, and making a real difference.
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🧡 1. Carer Support and Wellbeing Worker – Visa Sponsorship Available
Trust: Hertfordshire Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Borehamwood, Hertfordshire
Application Deadline: 28 April 2025
About the Role:
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who wants to support carers in the mental health community. If you’ve had personal experience caring for a loved one, especially someone with mental health challenges, this job is for you.
What you’ll be doing:
✅ Support and guide unpaid carers
✅ Help with assessments, reviews, and planning wellbeing strategies
✅ Link carers to local community groups and networks
✅ Promote understanding of carers’ rights and NHS support available
Minimum Requirements:
🎓 NVQ Level 3 in Health & Social Care or Mental Health (or willingness to train)
🌍 Open to candidates of all backgrounds, including lived experience of mental health
👶 2. Specialist Support Worker – Autism Pathway (Visa Sponsorship Offered)
Trust: University Hospitals Plymouth NHS Trust
Location: Plymouth, Devon
Application Deadline: 29 April 2025
About the Role:
Join a team working with young children who may have autism or developmental challenges. You’ll be supporting assessments and helping families prepare for their child’s journey.
What you’ll be doing:
✅ Work with a multidisciplinary team
✅ Help collect and observe behavioural data
✅ Support families through workshops and interventions
Minimum Requirements:
🎓 NVQ Level 4 or equivalent in Childcare, Education, or related area
👶 Experience supporting children with Autism or behavioural needs
🧠 3. Peer Support Worker (Eating Disorders) – Sponsorship Available
Trust: Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust
Location: Sussex
Application Deadline: 30 April 2025
About the Role:
Have you personally overcome an eating disorder? This role allows you to use your experience to help others on their recovery journey – a great opportunity if you’re passionate about mental health advocacy.
What you’ll be doing:
✅ Support patients transitioning from hospital to community
✅ Co-produce recovery-focused groups and workshops
✅ Be a mentor by sharing your recovery story
Minimum Requirements:
🎓 NVQ Level 3 or equivalent
📜 A recognised Peer Support qualification
💡 Proof of lived experience and commitment to learning
⚠️ Important Notice (Scam Alert!)
Naija UK Connect and our partners do not collect money or contact job seekers privately. If anyone reaches out to you asking for payment in exchange for visa processing or job offers, run! It’s a scam.
📝 Disclaimer:
We’re just the messenger o! These job listings are from verified NHS sources, but always do your own research. We’re not visa agents – we just want to connect our people to real opportunities. 🙌
If you’re passionate about care, want to change lives, and need a sponsorship opportunity, this could be the breakthrough you’ve been praying for! 🌍💼
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