Social Worker Jobs in the UK With Visa Sponsorship
UK councils and NHS trusts sponsoring qualified social workers — children's services, adult services, mental health.
Consultant Social Workers (All Children's Teams)
Hertfordshire County Council • Hemel Hempstead, England, HP3 9BF
£46,731 – £51,802
About social workers sponsorship in the UK
Social work is on the UK immigration salary list, which means a reduced threshold under the Skilled Worker route. Local authorities across England, Scotland and Wales actively sponsor experienced social workers, particularly in children's services and mental health.
You will need Social Work England (England), SSSC (Scotland), Social Care Wales, or NISCC (Northern Ireland) registration before practising. Overseas applicants typically apply for registration with their qualifications assessed individually.
Listings below are from sponsor-licensed councils and NHS trusts verified against the Home Office register.
Frequently asked questions
- Can newly qualified social workers be sponsored?
- Sponsorship is possible but rare for newly qualified workers — most councils require post-qualification experience, often 2+ years, particularly for children's services.
- Do I need UK registration before I apply?
- You can apply with registration in progress, but the council will not issue a Certificate of Sponsorship until you have a registration decision. Start the SWE (or equivalent) application early.
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