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Medco Recruitment Limited is welcoming applications from qualified, experienced and passionate professionals across the UK health and social care sectors.

We offer opportunities across healthcare, nursing, social care, education support, catering and domestic services. We also support candidates with the relevant health and social care training and onboarding guidance needed for their roles.

Available job roles

       Healthcare and Medical

• Doctors
• Nurses (All Bands)
• Registered General Nurses (RGNs)
• Mental Health Nurses
• Community Nurses
• Theatre Nurses
• Healthcare Assistants (HCAs)
• Senior Healthcare Assistants
• Phlebotomists
• Clinical Support Workers
• Allied Health Professionals
• Paramedics

       Social Care and Support

• Support Workers
• Senior Support Workers
• Care Assistants
• Domiciliary Care Workers
• Residential Care Workers
• Learning Disability Support Workers
• Mental Health Support Workers
• Autism Support Workers
• Complex Care Assistants
• Children and Young People’s Support Workers
• Live-in Carers
• Team Leaders and Care Coordinators

        Education and Other Services

• Teaching Assistants
• Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistants
• Chefs
• Kitchen Staff
• Catering Assistants
• Kitchen Porters
• Domestic Staff
• Cleaners
• Housekeeping Staff

Required documents for registration

       Please prepare the following documents to support your application:

1. Updated CV
2. Enhanced DBS/PVG certificate, where applicable
3. Relevant health and social care training certificates
4. COVID-19 vaccination evidence (first and second doses, where applicable or required)
5. National Insurance (NI) number evidence
6. Recent passport-sized photograph
7. International passport
8. A selfie of yourself holding a copy of your international passport
9. Residence permit or Right to Work Share Code, where applicable
10. Two professional UK references, including each referee’s:

• Full name
• Email address
• Contact number
• Job title/role

11. Two proofs of address
12. Term-time letter (students only)
13. Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) (Skilled Worker visa applicants only)
14. Relevant qualifications and professional certificates

Training and onboarding support

Depending on the role and your existing qualifications, relevant training may include:

• Care Certificate training
• Safeguarding Adults and Children
• Moving and Handling
• Basic Life Support
• First Aid
• Infection Prevention and Control
• Health and Safety
• Food Hygiene and Food Safety
• Medication Awareness
• Mental Health Awareness
• Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
• Fire Safety
• Dementia Awareness

Training requirements vary according to the role, employer and placement. Training does not automatically replace mandatory qualifications, professional registration or competency assessments.

Why apply through Medco Recruitment Limited?

• Opportunities across healthcare and social care.
• Access to temporary and permanent roles, subject to availability.
• Recruitment and onboarding guidance.
• Support with identifying relevant training requirements.
• Opportunities across different care settings.
• Guidance from our recruitment team throughout the application process.

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Important note before publishing: I recommend describing the COVID vaccination evidence as “where applicable or required” rather than making it a universal requirement. Also, DBS and PVG are separate UK safeguarding schemes, and the appropriate check depends on where the role is based.

Explore Exciting Healthcare and Social Care Job Opportunities Across the UK

Are you looking for a rewarding career in healthcare, nursing, social care, education support, catering or domestic services? Medco Recruitment Limited is recruiting! We welcome applications from dedicated, compassionate, qualified and experienced professionals who are passionate about making a positive difference in people’s lives.

At Medco Recruitment Limited, we connect healthcare and social care professionals with employment opportunities that match their skills, qualifications, experience and availability. Whether you are an experienced nurse, a doctor, a healthcare assistant, a support worker, a chef or someone interested in starting a career in care, we encourage you to explore the opportunities available through our recruitment team.

We work with healthcare and social care organisations, supporting staffing requirements across different settings. We aim to connect the right people with suitable roles while helping candidates understand the registration, onboarding and training requirements involved in working within their chosen profession.

We offer opportunities across temporary and permanent positions, subject to vacancy availability and employer requirements.

1. Available Job Opportunities at Medco Recruitment Limited

Medco Recruitment Limited recruits across a wide range of healthcare, medical, social care, education and support service roles. Below are some of the positions candidates can enquire about.

Healthcare and Medical Job Roles

Doctors

We welcome enquiries from qualified medical practitioners interested in suitable opportunities within healthcare settings. Depending on the vacancy, opportunities may be available for doctors with different levels of experience and medical specialisms.

Potential roles include:

• General Practitioners (GPs)
• Junior Doctors
• Locum Doctors
• Resident Medical Officers
• Medical Officers
• Specialty Doctors
• Emergency Medicine Doctors
• Anaesthetists
• Surgical Doctors
• Psychiatry Doctors

Applicants must hold the relevant qualifications, professional registration and right to work required for their position.

Nurses – All Bands

We welcome applications from qualified nurses across different nursing bands and specialisms. Opportunities may be available in hospitals, community services, residential care and other healthcare environments.

Potential nursing roles include:

• Registered General Nurses (RGNs)
• Staff Nurses
• Senior Nurses
• Community Nurses
• Mental Health Nurses
• Paediatric Nurses
• Theatre Nurses
• Critical Care Nurses
• Accident and Emergency Nurses
• District Nurses
• Midwives
• Learning Disability Nurses
• Practice Nurses
• Clinical Nurse Specialists

Candidates must meet the professional registration and qualification requirements applicable to their nursing role.

Healthcare Assistants (HCAs)

Healthcare Assistants support patients and service users with their daily care needs. They work alongside nurses and other healthcare professionals to provide safe, respectful and compassionate assistance.

Typical responsibilities may include:

• Supporting personal care and hygiene.
• Assisting with mobility and movement.
• Helping patients with meals and hydration.
• Observing and reporting changes in a patient’s condition.
• Providing emotional support and reassurance.
• Maintaining cleanliness and comfort in care environments.
• Following individual care plans and workplace procedures.

Previous experience may be beneficial, depending on the position. Some employers may also consider candidates who are willing to complete the required training.

Clinical Support Workers

Clinical Support Workers assist healthcare teams with patient care and general clinical support duties. Responsibilities vary according to the department, employer and level of training.

Phlebotomists

Phlebotomists collect blood samples from patients for medical testing. Applicants should have relevant training, practical competence and experience where required by the employer.

Allied Health Professionals

We also welcome enquiries from qualified Allied Health Professionals, including occupational therapists, physiotherapists, radiographers and other relevant specialists, depending on available vacancies.

Social Care and Support Job Roles

Support Workers

Support Workers help individuals who need assistance because of disability, illness, mental health needs, learning difficulties or other support requirements.

Their responsibilities may include:

• Supporting individuals with daily living activities.
• Encouraging independence and personal development.
• Assisting with appointments and community activities.
• Supporting individuals to follow their care plans.
• Promoting dignity, respect and personal choice.
• Recording relevant information and reporting concerns.
• Providing emotional and practical support.

Senior Support Workers

Senior Support Workers provide additional guidance and support within care teams. They may help coordinate daily activities, support junior colleagues and ensure that individuals receive appropriate care.

Care Assistants

Care Assistants provide practical and personal care to people who need assistance in residential homes, nursing homes, supported living environments and other care settings.

Domiciliary Care Workers

Domiciliary Care Workers provide care and support to individuals in their own homes. Their duties may include personal care, meal preparation, medication support where authorised and assistance with everyday activities.

Residential Care Workers

Residential Care Workers support people living in residential care settings. They help residents maintain their independence, wellbeing, safety and quality of life.

Mental Health Support Workers

Mental Health Support Workers assist individuals experiencing mental health challenges. They may help with daily routines, emotional support, recovery plans and activities that promote independence.

Learning Disability Support Workers

These professionals support individuals with learning disabilities to participate in everyday activities, develop life skills and maintain independence.

Autism Support Workers

Autism Support Workers provide individualised assistance to autistic people. Their work may involve communication support, structured activities, daily living assistance and promoting personal development.

Complex Care Assistants

Complex Care Assistants support individuals with more advanced or specialised care needs. Depending on the role, this may include assistance with mobility, nutrition, personal care and delegated clinical tasks for which the worker has been trained and assessed as competent.

Children and Young People’s Support Workers

These professionals support children and young people who require additional care, supervision or assistance. They may work in residential care, supported accommodation or other relevant services.

Live-in Carers

Live-in Carers provide ongoing support to individuals in their homes. Responsibilities depend on the person’s care needs and the agreed care arrangements.

Care Coordinators and Team Leaders

Care Coordinators and Team Leaders help organise care services, support staff teams and contribute to the smooth delivery of care. Relevant experience and qualifications may be required.

Education and Other Support Services

Medco Recruitment Limited also welcomes applications and enquiries for opportunities in education, catering and domestic services.

Teaching Assistants

Teaching Assistants support teachers and pupils in educational environments. Their responsibilities may include helping pupils with learning activities, classroom organisation and individual support.

Special Educational Needs (SEN) Teaching Assistants

SEN Teaching Assistants work with pupils who require additional learning support. Experience supporting children with special educational needs can be valuable.

Chefs

Chefs prepare meals and maintain food safety standards in kitchens across different environments, including healthcare, care homes, schools and other catering facilities.

Kitchen Staff

Kitchen Staff assist with food preparation, kitchen organisation, cleaning and general catering duties.

Other kitchen-related positions include:

• Kitchen Assistants
• Kitchen Porters
• Catering Assistants
• Food Service Assistants
• Hospital Catering Assistants
• Care Home Kitchen Assistants
• Catering Supervisors
• Commis Chefs

Domestic Staff

Domestic Staff help maintain clean, hygienic and safe environments within hospitals, care homes, offices and other facilities.

Additional roles may include:

• Domestic Assistants
• Cleaning Staff
• Housekeeping Assistants
• Hospital Cleaners
• Care Home Cleaners
• Laundry Assistants
• Environmental Cleaning Staff

The availability of these positions depends on current staffing requirements and employer vacancies.

2. Health and Social Care Training Support

Working in health and social care requires the right knowledge, skills and understanding of professional responsibilities. Training helps candidates prepare for their duties and understand the standards expected within healthcare and social care environments.

Medco Recruitment Limited supports candidates by helping them identify relevant training requirements during the recruitment and onboarding process.

Depending on the role, previous experience and employer requirements, relevant training may include:

Training requirements differ according to the role and employer. Candidates may need to provide existing certificates, complete additional training or undergo practical competency assessments before starting work. Training support does not guarantee placement or replace mandatory professional qualifications.

3. Documents Required for Registration and Onboarding

To help our recruitment team assess your application and begin the registration process, candidates should prepare the relevant documents listed below.

Please ensure that documents are valid, readable and up to date. Where a document does not apply to your circumstances, your recruitment consultant can advise you.

1. Updated CV: Provide a current CV showing your employment history, relevant experience, qualifications, skills and contact information.

2. Enhanced DBS/PVG Certificate: Provide the relevant criminal record check where applicable. DBS checks generally apply in England and Wales, while PVG membership applies in Scotland. The appropriate check depends on the location and nature of the role.

3. Health and Social Care Training Certificates: Submit relevant training certificates, such as safeguarding, moving and handling, infection control, first aid and the Care Certificate, where applicable.

4. COVID-19 Vaccination Evidence: Provide evidence of first and second doses where applicable or required by the employer or placement.

5. National Insurance (NI) Evidence: Provide your National Insurance number or relevant supporting evidence when requested.

6. Passport-Sized Photograph: Submit a recent, clear passport-sized photograph for your candidate registration profile if required.

7. International Passport: Provide a clear copy of your international passport for identity verification where required.

8. Passport Selfie: Where requested for identity verification, provide a selfie of yourself holding a copy of your passport. Follow the consultant’s instructions for submitting this securely.

9. Residence Permit or Right to Work Share Code: Provide relevant immigration or right-to-work evidence where applicable. Candidates may be asked to generate a valid share code for verification.

10. Two Professional UK References: Provide two professional references where required. Each reference should include:

• Referee’s full name.
• Email address.
• Contact number.
• Job title or professional role.
• Organisation or workplace, where applicable.

11. Two Proofs of Address: Provide two acceptable documents showing your current residential address, in line with the employer’s verification requirements.

12. Term-Time Letter – Students Only: Students should provide an appropriate term-time letter where required to confirm their study arrangements and relevant working restrictions.

13. Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS) – Skilled Worker Applicants Only: Candidates applying under the Skilled Worker route should provide relevant sponsorship information where requested. A CoS is issued by an authorised sponsoring employer; it is not a general registration document for every applicant.

14. Qualifications and Professional Certificates: Provide relevant academic qualifications, professional certificates, licences and registration evidence required for your chosen role.

Our recruitment team may request additional documents depending on the position, employer, work location and individual circumstances.

4. Who Can Apply?

We welcome enquiries from candidates with different levels of experience and professional backgrounds.

You may be suitable to register if you are:

• An experienced healthcare or social care professional.
• A qualified nurse or medical practitioner.
• A healthcare assistant or support worker.
• Someone with relevant care experience who wants to explore new opportunities.
• A candidate interested in temporary or permanent work.
• A student seeking suitable work within applicable employment restrictions.
• An international candidate who meets the relevant UK immigration and right-to-work requirements.
• A catering, kitchen or domestic services professional.

Each vacancy has its own requirements. Some roles require specific qualifications, professional registration, previous experience or additional checks. Candidates must meet the relevant criteria before being considered for a placement.

5. Why Choose Medco Recruitment Limited?

Choosing a recruitment agency is an important step in your career. At Medco Recruitment Limited, we aim to make the recruitment and registration process clear, professional and supportive.

Here are some reasons to register with us.

Opportunities Across Different Sectors

We recruit across healthcare, nursing, social care, education support, catering and domestic services. This allows candidates to enquire about opportunities that match their professional background.

Temporary and Permanent Opportunities

Depending on employer requirements and vacancies, candidates may be considered for temporary or permanent positions.

Recruitment Guidance

Our recruitment team can guide candidates through the application and onboarding stages, explain document requirements and provide relevant updates.

Support With Training Requirements

We help candidates identify relevant health and social care training requirements for their intended roles. Where additional training is needed, candidates can discuss suitable next steps with the recruitment team.

Professional Communication

We aim to maintain clear communication throughout the recruitment process so candidates understand what is required and what stage their application has reached.

Opportunities to Develop Your Career

Working in healthcare and social care can provide valuable professional experience and opportunities to develop new skills. We encourage candidates to explore roles that align with their long-term career goals.

6. How to Apply for a Job at Medco Recruitment Limited

Getting started is straightforward. Follow these steps to express your interest.

Step 1: Contact Our Recruitment Team

Send an enquiry through our email address or WhatsApp number. Let us know the type of role you are interested in and the location where you would prefer to work.

Step 2: Submit Your Updated CV

Provide your latest CV so our recruitment team can review your experience, qualifications and suitability for available opportunities.

Step 3: Prepare Your Supporting Documents

Gather the relevant identification, right-to-work evidence, references, training certificates and other onboarding documents.

Step 4: Complete Your Registration

Follow the instructions provided by your recruitment consultant and submit the required registration information.

Step 5: Complete the Onboarding Checks

Your documents may need to be reviewed and verified. Additional checks, references, DBS/PVG requirements and training assessments may apply depending on the role.

Step 6: Discuss Suitable Opportunities

Once the relevant registration and compliance requirements have been addressed, our recruitment team can discuss suitable vacancies based on your experience, availability and the requirements of employers.

Step 7: Prepare for Your Assignment

Before starting a position, ensure you understand the job responsibilities, working arrangements, reporting procedures and any training or workplace requirements.

Please note that completing registration does not automatically guarantee employment or a job placement. All applications are subject to vacancies, suitability assessments and employer approval.

7. Frequently Asked Questions

What job roles does Medco Recruitment Limited offer?

We recruit for doctors, nurses, healthcare assistants, support workers, care assistants, mental health professionals, teaching assistants, chefs, kitchen staff, domestic staff and other related positions.

Can I apply without previous health and social care experience?

Some entry-level positions may consider candidates without previous experience. However, requirements vary by vacancy and employer. Relevant training may also be required.

Does Medco provide health and social care training?

We support candidates by identifying relevant training requirements. Depending on the role, candidates may need to provide existing certificates or complete additional training before starting work.

Do I need an Enhanced DBS certificate?

A DBS check may be required for eligible roles in England and Wales. The appropriate level of check depends on the position and applicable eligibility rules. Scotland uses the PVG scheme for relevant regulated roles.

Can international candidates apply?

International candidates may enquire about suitable vacancies. However, they must meet the applicable UK immigration and right-to-work requirements. Sponsorship is not guaranteed and depends on the employer and role.

How many references do I need?

Medco may request two professional UK references as part of the onboarding process. Your recruitment consultant will confirm the requirements for your application.

How long does onboarding take?

The duration varies depending on how quickly documents are submitted, how long verification takes and whether additional checks or training are required.

Does registration guarantee a job?

No. Registration allows your application to be reviewed, but placement depends on suitable vacancies, compliance checks, employer requirements and selection decisions.

Can I apply for temporary and permanent positions?