Lead Care Professional Tamworth with Visa Sponsorship

Are you an experienced care professional looking for a rewarding part-time role? Home Instead in Tamworth, England, is seeking a Lead Care Professional, and this position is ideal for Nigerian and African immigrants as visa sponsorship is available for overseas applicants. This role offers a competitive salary of £13.83 per hour (approximately £21,574 annually for 30 hours a week) with paid travel time and mileage between visits.

Job Description

As a Lead Care Professional, you will play a crucial role in ensuring new clients receive the highest quality of care from the very beginning. You will be responsible for starting services for new clients, delivering their initial visits hands-on, and building essential trust.

Beyond the initial client engagement, you will support the Care Professionals matched with each client, helping them integrate and understand specific client needs. Your duties will also include conducting compliance checks, such as spot checks and observations, to uphold Home Instead's high standards of care, mentoring colleagues, administering medication, and maintaining accurate records.

Requirements

• NVQ/QCF Level 3 in Health and Social Care (or equivalent)
• Previous experience in a care setting
• A full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for travelling between clients
• A warm, patient, and reliable approach, with the confidence to make decisions and lead by example
• Good communication and record-keeping skills
• Understanding of safeguarding, confidentiality, and person-centred care
• Applicants must either have the right to work in the UK or be eligible for Skilled Worker (Tier 2) visa sponsorship.

Benefits

• £13.83 per hour (£21,574 per year for 30 hours a week)
• Paid travel time and mileage between visits
• Alternate weekends off, ensuring a predictable break
• 5.6 weeks' paid holiday per year (168 hours for this role), including bank holidays
• Your birthday off every year as paid holiday
• An extra day's holiday for each year of service, up to 5 extra days
• Workplace pension and Employee assistance programme
• Access to early pay, allowing you to draw on earned wages before payday
• Paid training and support to develop your career
• DBS application costs covered by Home Instead

How to Prepare

For Nigerian and African immigrants eyeing this Lead Care Professional role, meticulous preparation is key. Ensure your CV is polished, highlighting all relevant care experience, leadership skills, and any UK-specific training or certifications like an NVQ/QCF Level 3. Tailor your LinkedIn profile to reflect UK employer expectations, showcasing your professional journey and aspirations.

In interviews, be ready to discuss your experience confidently, emphasizing your understanding of safeguarding and person-centred care. Crucially, if you require visa sponsorship, be prepared to articulate your eligibility and commitment to relocating, demonstrating your understanding of the UK immigration process and your long-term career goals in the UK care sector.

• Ensure your NVQ/QCF Level 3 (or equivalent) is clearly stated and verifiable.
• Prepare for an enhanced DBS check, which the employer will arrange.
• Gather two satisfactory professional references that can attest to your care experience and leadership qualities.
• Polish your CV to a UK standard, focusing on quantifiable achievements and relevant skills for a lead role.
• Be ready to discuss your visa sponsorship needs openly and professionally during the application process.

Visa Sponsorship & Foreigner Eligibility

Visa / Skilled Worker (Tier 2) sponsorship is available for this Lead Care Professional role. This means Home Instead is open to foreign and overseas applicants who require a UK work visa. If your immigration status is borderline or you have complex questions, it is advisable to contact Home Instead directly to discuss your eligibility before applying.