Working with the world's best healthcare professionals
We specialise in recruiting healthcare professionals, nurses and GPs from around the world.
We provide applicants with all the guidance and support they need in preparation for them undertaking this life-changing decision.
Not to mention unrivalled rewards and access to a friendly support team, who make finding healthcare jobs in the UK quick and easy.
Who we employ:
We understand that at the heart of this journey is a person committed to changing their whole life - That is why we do all we can to ensure the process runs as smoothly as possible
Our team can assist with the following:
- Preparing applicants for the IELTS language test
- Preparing applicants for the NMC Computer Based Exam (CBT)
- Assisting applicants with the visa Application
- Help to arrange travel to the UK
- Find a work placement at a UK hospital or private nursing home
- Help finding accommodation
Applicant criteria:
To begin the application process, applicants must meet the following criteria:
- Post-secondary education programme leading to registration in home country as an entry-level registered nurse/ midwife (must be entirely focused on nursing – medical qualifications are not acceptable)
- Minimum of 12 months practise as a registered nurse or midwife (full-time, or the part-time equivalent)
- Have a good level of English - This is vital pass in all areas IELTS Academic Test Level 7
Handy information
ELIGIBILTY
The criteria for being considered for this role includes:
- A recognised nursing diploma
- Minimum of 12 months practice as a registered nurse or midwife if your own country
- Comprehensive references, in addition to a criminal record check and health assessment
- IELTS Academic Test Level 7 pass in all areas
AM I ELIGIBLE?
APPLYING FOR A VISA
From 1 January 2021, free movement will end and the UK’s points-based system be introduced.
The points-based system will provide simple, effective and flexible arrangements for skilled workers from around the world to come to the UK through an employer-led system.
All applicants will need to demonstrate that they have a job offer from an approved sponsor, that the job offer is at the required skill level, and that they speak English.
VISA APPLICATION
LANGUAGE EXAM
All non-EU trained applicants (nurses or midwives) who wish to be a part of the NMC must complete the International English Language Test (IELTS) before sending their application.
IELTS is an international test of English language proficiency for non-native English language speakers. IELTS is the English Language Test approved by UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) for visa candidates applying from both outside and inside the UK. They must complete the ‘academic version’ of the IELTS, according to the NMC’s requirements.
LANGUAGE EXAM
NMC REGISTRATION
The Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) Test of Competence Part 1 exam is a computer-based test (CBT) consisting of 120 Multiple Choice Questions, which takes 4 hours to complete.
NMC CBT is intended for nurses trained outside the EU (European Union) and European Economic Area seeking employment as a nurse in the UK.
NMC REGISTRATION
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Accreditations & Memberships
Avanta Care Ltd is an Awarded supplier of Healthcare Professionals on the HealthTrust Europe framework
HealthTrust Europe hold a strong and long-standing relationship with the NHS, and take a partnership approach to improve healthcare performance. They are committed to developing and delivering solutions that support the needs of public sector healthcare providers
