25/08/2025
👋 Hello Batswana in Éire Family!
Many people in our community have been asking about NHS job opportunities in the UK 🇬🇧, especially roles like Phlebotomist and Clinical Assistant that come with visa sponsorship.
To make it easier, I’m sharing a step-by-step checklist of the documents and requirements you’ll usually need. This guide can help anyone interested prepare their applications properly and avoid unnecessary rejections. ✅
📌 Step-by-Step Checklist: NHS Roles with Visa Sponsorship (2025)
✅ 1. Updated CV (UK Format)
Keep it clear, simple, and tailored to healthcare.
Highlight skills such as patient care, blood collection, and lab support.
Include work history, responsibilities, and achievements.
✅ 2. Identity & Travel Documents
Valid passport (at least 6+ months before expiry).
Recent passport photos (UK standard).
✅ 3. Education & Training Certificates
Phlebotomy/Healthcare Assistant/ Care Certificate/NVQ, etc.
Degree, diploma, or HND transcripts (if available).
English translation if documents are not in English.
✅ 4. Professional References
At least 2 references (from employers, supervisors, or lecturers).
Must include contact details and be verifiable.
✅ 5. Police Clearance / Criminal Record Check
Required from your country of residence for UK background checks.
✅ 6. English Proficiency (if required)
IELTS UKVI (General/Academic) or OET.
For support roles, IELTS Band 4.0–5.0 is often accepted.
✅ 7. Proof of Work Experience
Employment letters or contracts.
Should clearly state job title, duties, and duration.
✅ 8. Occupational Health Clearance
Medical report or vaccination records (Hepatitis B, TB, COVID, etc.).
✅ 9. Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS)
Issued by the NHS Trust/employer once they agree to sponsor you.
Needed for the Health & Care Worker Visa.
✅ 10. Visa Application Documents
Completed visa application form.
CoS details.
Proof of relationship (if travelling with family).
TB test (if required by your country).
✨ Pro Tip:
Always apply directly through the official NHS Jobs website 👉 www.jobs.nhs.uk
⚠️ Be alert,NHS applications are free of charge. Don’t pay agencies or individuals promising sponsorship.
💡 I’m just sharing this information to help those who are interested. I’m not a recruiter or offering job, please always double-check on the official NHS website.
If you know someone who might benefit from this, feel free to share this post. The opportunities are real, but success depends on being prepared. 💼✈️🇬🇧
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