Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a major provider of mental health, community and forensic services across Nottinghamshire, Lincolnshire, and Leicestershire. With around 9,000 staff and a £590 million budget for 2022/23, it operates high-security institutions like Rampton Hospital and community mental health services at 200+ sites.
The Trust places strong emphasis on compassionate, team-based care, underpinned by values such as honesty, respect, and inclusion. Like many NHS organisations, it relies significantly on international staff; around 30% of nurses across England’s NHS are non‑UK nationals.
International Nurse recruitment
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust has developed a program to provide comprehensive assistance to international nurses as they transition to the UK and work towards becoming a registered mental health nurse or registered general health nurse.
To accomplish this, they are committed to helping to successfully complete the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) within the first 12 weeks of arrival. Their skilled clinical educators are readily available to provide guidance and training.
Relocation package for International Nurses
Every international nurse who becomes a part of our team will benefit from an extensive relocation package, which includes:
- Reimbursement of International English Language Testing System (IELTS) or Occupational English Test (OET) fees.
- Nursing and Midwifery Council (NMC) registration fees
- Coverage of Certificate of Sponsorship and Visa expenses
- Arrangements for a flight to the UK and transfer services
- OSCE exam expenses
- Comprehensive OSCE training
- Accommodation whilst studying and preparing for the OSCE exam
- A dedicated support team that is fully committed to assisting you throughout your relocation process to the UK.
Registration process for our International Nurse recruitment programme
To apply to work for Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust, you will need to apply via one of the recruitment agencies the NHS uses. The recruitment agency will guide you through the process and advise you on compliance documents and information required. The agencies are:
Before submitting your application, it’s advisable to have successfully passed the IELTS or OET to help you speed up the process.
Current Open Vacancies at Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS
Nursing and Midwifery
Substance Misuse Practitioner: HMP Nottingham
Band 5
- Main area – Allied Health Professions
- Contract – Permanent
- Hours – Full time – 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref – 186-774-25-FS
- Salary – £29,970 – £36,483 per annum (pro rata for part-time)
Qualifications
- Either a current professional registration, e.g., nursing, O.T, Social Work Or Equivalent knowledge and experience in the provision of structured psychosocial interventions
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development in relation to substance misuse
Experience
- Experience of community-related Substance Misuse multi-disciplinary work. This could include substantial voluntary work or work in a related field, e.g., housing.
- Experience of working with patients presenting with challenging behaviours
- Experience of record keeping, report writing, correspondence
- Experience of working in a secure setting
Qualifications
- First level registered nurse / RN
- Theoretical knowledge of substance misuse and evidence-based psychosocial interventions
- Awareness of local and national substance misuse strategies, e.g., the recovery agenda
- Understanding of the roles and responsibilities of the members of the Multidisciplinary Team
Physical Healthcare Nurse (Primary Care): HMP Nottingham
Band 5
- Main area – HMP Nottingham – RGN – Primary Care Nurse
- Contract – Permanent
- Hours
- Full-time – 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref – 186-762-25-FS
- Site – HMP. Nottingham
- Salary – £29,970 – £36,483 per annum (pro-rata for part-time)
Experience
- Experience of assessing patient conditions, triaging services and providing appropriate clinical interventions.
- Experience of working effectively within MDT.
Qualifications
- First-level registered nurse / RN
- Mentorship Qualifications
- Evidence of appropriate continued learning
- Experience of working in a criminal justice setting.
- Experience of close working relationships with a variety of statutory agencies and other external organisations.
- Experience of supervising and mentoring junior staff.
Practice Nurse – HMP Ranby (Physical Health)
Band 5
- Main area – Offender Health
- Contract – Permanent
- Hours – Full time – 37.5 hours per week (A mixture of shifts covering days and nights (24-hour rota covering 365 days per year))
- Job ref – 186-535-25-FS-A
- Salary – £29,970 – £36,483 per annum (pro-rata for part-time
Qualifications
- First-level registered nurse / RN
- Significant/demonstrable experience within the substance misuse field with evidence of appropriate continued learning.
- Certificate/Diploma in Counselling
- Significant/demonstrable experience within the substance misuse field with evidence of appropriate continued learning.
- Certificate/Diploma in Counselling
- Experience of assessing patient conditions, triaging services and providing appropriate clinical interventions.
- Experience of working effectively within an MDT.
Experience
- Experience of supervising and mentoring junior staff.
Experience of working in a criminal justice setting.
- Experience of close working relationships with a variety of statutory agencies and other external organisations.
- First level registered nurse / RN
Health Science Services
Pharmacy Technician: HMP Nottingham
Band 5
- Main area – Offender Health
- Grade – Band 5
- Contract – Permanent
- Hours – Full time – 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref – 186-764-25-FS
- Salary – £29,970 – £36,483 per annum (pro rata for part-time)
Qualifications
- BTEC in Pharmaceutical Sciences and NVQ Level 3 in Pharmacy Services or equivalent
- Current Professional Registration as Technician with the General Pharmaceutical Council
- Evidence of up-to-date CPD portfolio
- Previous training in core technician roles, e.g., labelling, dispensing, accuracy checking
Experience
- Extensive experience of working in pharmacy
- Evidence of Team working
- Experience of accurate computer-based stock control
- Clear understanding of the role of pharmacy technicians in prescription management
- Experience of working in secure environment, e.g., a secure hospital or prison
- Previous experience of using SystmOne
- Evidence of working in extended technician roles
- Previous employment in a customer/patient-facing role
Substance Misuse Practitioner: HMP Lowdham Grange
NHS AfC: Band 5
- Main area – Nursing and Midwifery
- Contract – Permanent
- Hours: Full-time – 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref – 186-757-25-FS
- Salary – £29,970 – £36,483 per annum (pro rata for part-time)
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Qualifications
- Either a current professional registration, e.g., O.T, Social Work, counselling, etc., or equivalent training and experience in the provision of structured psychosocial interventions
- Evidence of Continuing Professional Development in relation to substance misuse
Experience
- Experience of community or custodial environment-related substance misuse multidisciplinary work. This could include substantial voluntary work or work in a related field, e.g., housing.
- Experience of working with individuals and groups
- Experience of record keeping, report writing, correspondence
Administrative Services
Facilities Support Services Manager (Rampton / Mansfield)
Band 6
- Main area – Facilities
- Contract – Permanent: Lead allowance for Rampton position only
- Hours: Full-time – 37.5 hours per week
- Job ref-186-785-25-CS
- Site – Rampton Hospital & Mansfield
- Town – Retford
- Salary – £37,338 – £44,962 per annum (pro rata for ppart-ime)
Qualifications
- CIEH Level 3 Certificate in Food Hygiene (or equivalent)
- NEBSM, ILM (or equivalent)
- CIEH Level 4 Certificate in Food Hygiene (or equivalent)
- CIEH Level 4 Health & Safety Certificate (or equivalent)
- Training Qualification
Experience
- Successful experience in operational supervision and/or management of a team, including catering and cleaning services. Responsibility for quality service delivery
- Able to undertake audit of cleaning and catering standards. In line with National standards of Cleanliness and food safety/hygiene legislation
- In developing risk assessments across services, including in a catering environment (H.A.C.C.P.)
- Staff recruitment, counselling and minor disciplinary issues
- Understanding of Health and Safety at Work issues
- Meeting service users and in handling complaints sensitively
- Understanding of contractual service obligations
- Attendance at multi-disciplinary meetings
- Liaison with Staff Side Trade Unions
- Able to manage and control a budget and identify cost efficiencies
- Experience with cleanliness in hospitals, CQC, infection control and PLACE systems/audits
Pro Tips for International Applicants
Engage proactively with agencies and Trust staff:
Contact recruitment leads or education teams to introduce yourself, ask questions, and build rapport. Some candidates report interview requests later stalled due to sponsorship logistics, get clarity early
Be OSCE-ready before arrival
Study clinical scenarios common in UK mental health settings. Emphasis on de-escalation, self-harm protocols, and specific ward norms that may differ from your home training or experience
Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust offers a robust, well-supported route for international nurses through its structured recruitment programme, comprehensive relocation package, training and pastoral care. They currently have roles available for mental health and general health nurses, as well as positions across workforce services and flexible banking.
By carefully aligning your application with person specifications, preparing for UK standards like the OSCE, and engaging early with recruiters and current international staff, you can significantly increase your chances of success. Once registered, the Trust’s internal support and growth infrastructure make it an excellent environment for long-term career development in UK healthcare. Visit the official website of Nottinghamshire Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust to check out more vacancies and apply.
