Nursing Jobs in the UK
- Category: Nursing Jobs in the UK
- Date: 17-08-2025
Start Your Nursing Career in the UK with Confidence!
Dreaming of working abroad as a nurse? The UK offers one of the best healthcare systems in the world—the NHS—and is actively hiring skilled nurses across all specialisations. With high demand, excellent pay, career growth, and unmatched support, there’s never been a better time to start your journey.
✨ Why Work as a Nurse in the UK?
- ✅ Attractive Salary Packages (Pre-PIN: £23,949 | Post- PIN: £27,055–£32,934)
- ✅ Free Accommodation for up to 12 weeks
- ✅ Visa, Exam, and Flight Costs Covered
- ✅ Spouse & Dependent Visa Assistance
- ✅ Welcome Pack, Airport Pickup & Meals on Arrival
- ✅ Training Support for IELTS/OET, CBT & OSCE
- ✅ Work in World-Class Government and Private Hospitals
? Eligibility Criteria:
- B.Sc. Nursing or GNM Diploma from a recognized university
- 6+ months of clinical experience (Freshers may also apply)
- IELTS/OET scores as per NMC requirements
- Career gap accepted up to 18 months
NMC Registration Process for International Nurses (2025 Guide)
The NMC (Nursing and Midwifery Council) is the regulatory body for nurses and midwives in the UK. If you're an overseas-qualified nurse, you must register with the NMC to legally work as a nurse in the UK.
✅ Step-by-Step NMC Registration Process:
Step 1: Check Eligibility
To apply for NMC registration, you must have:
- A nursing qualification equivalent to UK standards (B.Sc. Nursing or GNM)
- At least 6 months of post-registration clinical experience
- Proficiency in English language (IELTS/OET)
Step 2: Pass English Language Test
You must prove English proficiency through one of the following:
IELTS (Academic)
- Listening: 7.0
- Reading: 7.0
- Speaking: 7.0
- Writing: 6.5
OET (Nursing)
- Listening, Reading, Speaking: Grade B
- Writing: Grade C+
? You can combine scores from two test sittings (within 6 months), provided no section is below: IELTS 6.5 / OET C.
Step 3: Create NMC Online Account
- Visit the NMC Online Portal
- Create your account and submit initial documents like:
- Passport
- Nursing qualification certificate
- Employment references
- English test results
Step 4: Take the CBT (Computer-Based Test)
- Part 1 of the Test of Competence
- Conducted by Pearson VUE globally
- Covers theoretical knowledge of nursing practice
- 120 multiple-choice questions, 4 hours duration
- Cost: £83
- Location: In your home country (at Pearson centres)
Step 5: Submit Full Application & Pay Fee
Once you pass CBT and verify documents:
- Pay £140 application fee
- NMC will assess your qualifications and documents
Step 6: Receive Decision Letter
If successful, you will receive a Decision Letter (sometimes called an “Invitation to OSCE”). This allows you to enter the UK on a Tier 2 Health & Care Worker visa and take the OSCE.
Step 7: Come to the UK & Take OSCE
OSCE (Objective Structured Clinical Examination) is a practical test:
- Taken at an NMC-approved test centre in the UK
- Simulates real clinical scenarios to assess your skills
? Cost: £794
You must pass OSCE within 3 months of arrival in the UK.
Step 8: Receive NMC PIN & Get Band 5 Registration
Once you pass OSCE:
- You will receive your NMC PIN
- You are now officially a Registered Nurse in the UK (Band 5)
⏱️ Total Timeline:
- 3–6 months depending on test dates, document readiness, and agency support
- Start Your UK Nursing Journey with Access Care
At Access Care, we may be new to the industry—but we bring fresh dedication and personalized support to every nurse we help. Backed by experienced professionals, we guide you through interview preparation, documentation, relocation, and registration—so you can focus on building your future in the UK.
Join the growing number of nurses choosing Access Care as their trusted partner abroad.