Voluntary Short-term Coworkers in the UK with Visa sponsorship
- A Temporary Work – Charity Worker visa
PROCESSING FEE DUE ONLY IF A JOB OFFER/ CERTIFICATE OF SPONSORSHIP ITS GRANTED
VISA RATIO 100%
✅ NO IELTS
✅ NO EXPERIENCE
✅ CAN GO WITH FAMILY
✅ VISA CAN BE RENEWED
✅ VISA CAN BE CONVERTED TO PAID ✅ WORK VISA AFTER YOUR CONTRACT
✅ CONTRACT DURATION 6-12 months
✅ No AGE LIMIT (but most community homes prefer 18-30yrs old)
DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:
- International passport data page with at least 1 yr validity
- Passport photo on white background
- Most updated CV( ask us for a sample)
- 2 recommendation letters on company letterhead, stamp and signed by the company
- Police report (will be needed on a late date. If available now kindly provide)
✔️ Processing fee: 450,000 Naira (only if provided with a job offer.
If provided with a Certificate of Sponsorship, an additional 450,000 Naira will be due.
NOTE: Job placement it’s not guaranteed as all selection it’s based on companies final decision.
FREQUENTLY ASK QUESTIONS:
CAN I BRING FAMILY?
YES! If a job offer it’s allocated to you by one of our working company.
CAN MY DEPENDENT WORK SINCE MY JOB IS A VOLUNTEER JOB AND I WON’T BE EARNING ANY SALARY?
YES, FULL-TIME.
Do I get paid for volunteering?
You will receive free accommodation, food and a small allowance to cover personal needs whilst here. Your travel costs to and from are normally your responsibility.
What experience do I need?
None. Short-term workers need no experience in working with adults with special needs. Just bring an open mind and a willingness to get involved and to take initiative in the house and at work. We like you to be with one of our working Nursing homes for at least a year to experience the cycle of the seasons and festivals.
If you already have Nursing or Care experience it’s a Plus. we sometimes have opportunities for people to work with us for a shorter period, especially in the summer months.
Those wishing to make a long-term commitment to our Community should ideally have experience with us or other Camphill Communities.
Will I receive training?
All short-term co-workers attend induction and an ongoing foundation course. Other ‘on-the-job’ training is given according to the work you do. Those who intend to stay with us for more than a year are encouraged to take part in additional training.
What about pay?
You are not paid for the work you do as it’s a voluntary job. But your needs are met from the resources of the Community.
Those working for a year or less receive financial support to cover clothing, other personal needs and outings. You should come with a return ticket or enough money for your fare home at the end of your period. Those staying for 12 months or longer will have the cost of their return flight refunded.
What about insurance and medical cover?
You will be insured during your stay if you come from an EU or other country which has a reciprocal health care agreement with the UK, any medical and dental costs will normally be covered. Those coming from outside the EU will have to pay a fee with their VISA to the NHS. This fee is £200 which will be paid by the applicant and will allow you to be covered by the NHS while you are staying here in the UK.
Where will I live?
Those who work for a short time have a room of their own, usually in one of the houses and live as members of the household. The houses are comfortable with modern conveniences. Mealtimes are shared with everyone in the house as is the rest of your home life.
Those who make a long-term commitment normally take responsibility for a household or for supporting some of those with special needs who follow a more independent lifestyle. You will be provided with suitable accommodation to meet the needs of you and your family.
What work will I do?
Almost anything related to the life of the Community!
In supporting those in your household with special needs you may help them with their personal hygiene, care of their possessions, their participation in the working day, and social, recreational and educational activities.
At home, there is cooking, cleaning, and gardening, and you will probably also be involved with one of the workplaces – the café, store, bakery, farm, market garden, craft workshops or ground maintenance.
Will I get time off?
How much time off will I get?
You will get two free days a week and you will also have some free time in the evenings and weekends depending on the routines of the house you are based in.
If you stay longer than three months, you will also have some holiday allowance, which will be arranged within your house and workplace.
Please do not come with pre-booked holidays, but rather make holiday plans after you have arrived.
What if I have problems?
New co-workers have an experienced co-worker as a sponsor, to whom they may turn with any problems or questions.
After three months with them, a meeting with your sponsor and those responsible for your household and work will discuss how you have settled in and see if any changes are needed.
Habitual use of alcohol or drugs is not allowed.
Do I need to speak English well?
You need to be able to communicate well with everyone in our community, so you must be able to speak English reasonably well by the time you arrive.
Must I be a practising Christian?
No.
What if I need a VISA
We will help to guide you through the VISA application process. If a job offer it’s allocated to you, the nursing home will write you a sponsorship certificate and we will assist you in making the visa application. But any embassy fees will have to be paid by the applicant.
You might get a phone call from the UK Border Agency to interview you about why you are coming to the UK.Don’t be nervous, and remember, you are coming to live with adults with learning difficulties. The Border Agency needs to ensure you are coming to volunteer. So you can share that you are coming to experience something different, to volunteer with a charity that is trying to create an inclusive community for adults with learning difficulties. You won’t be paid, but the charity will provide you with food and lodging and a bit of money to get out once in a while.
What are a criminal records check?
Our volunteers and employees live and work with vulnerable adults and therefore we are required to complete an ACCESS NI check and a similar police check from the volunteers’ or employees’ host country. The process for this will be explained and there is no cost to you.
Is there free Wi-fi?
Yes, there is Wi-fi available.
Will I be asked to supply a reference?
You will be asked to supply the names and contact details of 2 people who can tell us about your skills, experience and character. The referees must have known you for at least two years, and should not be a friend or family member.
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