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International Social Worker Recruitment

We specialise in connecting UK councils with highly skilled social workers from overseas, helping you meet the challenges of workforce shortages while ensuring continuity for children, families & vulnerable adults and quality in service delivery.

Why Choose Us?

We understand the complexities and potential pitfalls of international social worker recruitment. With specialised expertise and a strong track record, we recognise each local authority’s unique challenges, making us the ideal partner for a successful project. 

Our Recruitment Process

We follow a thorough recruitment process to ensure that we match the right candidates to your organisation's needs.

Briefing Meetings 
As experts in international social work recruitment, we would hold detailed briefing sessions with your council's stakeholders to fully understand your needs. In these sessions, we’ll discuss:

  • Why Your Council: We’ll identify what sets you apart to attract the best talent, helping you stand out in an increasingly competitive market.
  • Challenges: Understanding your team’s daily challenges allows us to match candidates who are well-suited to your environment.
  • Services Overview: Providing candidates with a clear understanding of your services ensures they’re well-prepared for interviews.
  • Shortlisting Criteria: Tailoring questions based on your needs helps refine our candidate pool for a smoother interview process.

 

Candidate Sourcing
Morgan Hunt has established a strong presence within the social worker communities the countries we recruit from, giving us an excellent reputation. Our minimum standards for candidate consideration include:

  • A relevant degree in social work recognised by Social Work England
  • Acceptable evidence to demonstrate knowledge of English
  • Social Work England registration
  • At least 2 years of post-qualifying experience in a relevant statutory position 

Interview Process
Our robust, three-stage interview process ensures we select the best candidates for your Council.

Our detailed work saves you time and ensures you see only the best and most qualified candidates, saving you time and giving peace of mind. The interview panel are provided with a full pack detailing our previous interviews with the candidates to give them a strong understanding of the individual before meeting them.

Ongoing Support

Pre-Induction 

While we only recruit form countries with a similar qualification and legal framework as the UK, the day to day social work can be very different. To assist our clients with the initial induction period, we provide online training prior to relocation to help with the transition.

These sessions are carried out by Advanced Practitioners and Practice Educators with lived experience of relocating to England as a social worker, making them ideally placed to support new recruits.

Relocation Support 
We ease the stress of relocation by handling key tasks such as:

  • Sponsorship & Visa Assistance: We guide candidates through the sponsorship process and visa applications, ensuring all documentation is complete.
  • Background Checks: We gather necessary compliance documents, including police checks and Social Work England qualifications.
  • Flights & Transfers: We coordinate flights and transfers, ensuring a smooth arrival.
  • Family Support: We assist with school admissions and partner/dependent visa applications.
  • Bank Accounts & Vehicles: We help candidates set up bank accounts and purchase vehicles if needed.
  • Buddy System & WhatsApp Group: We connect candidates with peers for advice and a sense of community.


Housing Support 
We work closely with local estate agents to find properties before they hit the market and secure short-term accommodation for candidates while they search for long-term housing. 

Ongoing Support 
Our support doesn’t end once candidates start. We provide regular check-ins and face-to-face meetings, addressing any challenges before they escalate, ensuring a smooth transition into their new role.



What are the benefits of recruiting internationally?

We have recruited social workers from a number of different countries around the world. The reasons we see this fitting the scope for your council are set out below.

 

Enhanced Retention

Sponsoring a social worker’s visa for 3-5 years ensures a stable, dedicated workforce. They can only work for your council during the sponsorship, reducing turnover and the risk of losing them to agencies or other authorities. This leads to continuity for children, reduces the time spent on inducting new staff, and significantly decreases agency costs. 

Seamless Transition

We only recruit from countries with a similar social work qualification and legal framework to the UK, making it easier for these professionals to adapt to the local practice. Their qualifications compare favourably to UK standards, with most candidates either already registered with Social Work England or in the registration process, ensuring they are ready to start contributing immediately.

Proven Experience

Our candidates come with a minimum of two years’ experience, with many having over five years in the field. Some are current managers in their home countries seeking to bring their expertise to the UK. This depth of experience equips them to handle complex cases effectively.

Let's talk!

Curious about how Morgan Hunt can assist you in finding, recruiting, and retaining talented social workers from overseas?

We’d love to chat! Get in touch for a free consultation to discuss your specific needs and explore how we can support you in building a strong, diverse workforce