If you are a Nigerian living in the UK with the right to work, the care sector is one of the fastest and easiest ways to get a good-paying job right now. These positions do not require years of office experience or a university degree. What matters most is that you are caring, reliable, and ready to work.
We sourced these jobs directly from Indeed and Glassdoor. They are live and actively hiring. Read through, find the one that fits your situation, and apply today.
Every employer on this list will ask you to prove you can work in the UK legally. Make sure you have the following ready:
- A valid Nigerian international passport (or BRP/biometric residence permit if applicable)
- Your National Insurance (NI) number
- Right to work status (British citizen, ILR, pre-settled or settled status, student visa with work permission, etc.)
- An enhanced DBS check (criminal background check — most employers help you get this)
- Care Certificate (some employers will train you and help you get this)
- A valid UK driving licence (required for most of these roles)
None of these employers are offering visa sponsorship. Do not apply if you need a Skilled Worker visa or any other sponsorship to work in the UK.
1. Learning Disability Support Worker — Stevenage, Hertfordshire Company: Jeeves Care Group Pay: From £13.00 per hour Job type: Full-time, Permanent | 12-hour shifts
This role is based in a children’s home supporting young people aged 11 to 17 with emotional and behavioural difficulties (EBD) and learning disabilities. You will help them with day-to-day life, build relationships with them, and work as part of a team.
To be considered, you need at least 2 years of experience in a residential childcare setting and a Level 3 Diploma in Childcare or equivalent. They also ask whether you have worked in the UK for a minimum of 3 years.
Perks: £500 referral bonus, funded training, pension, and opportunities to progress.
Apply on Indeed — search “Jeeves Care Group Stevenage.”
2. Home Care Assistant — Chorley, West Lancashire Company: Delta Care Ltd Pay: £13.45 – £13.55 per hour (including performance bonus) Job type: Full-time, Permanent
This is a community-based role. You will visit clients in their homes and help them with personal care, meal preparation, medications, and daily tasks. Morning shifts run 7am–2pm and evening shifts 3pm–10pm. You will also work every other weekend.
No previous experience is required — they provide full paid training. However, you must have a full UK driving licence and your own car. This role is open to female carers only due to the personal care needs of clients.
Perks: £150 referral scheme, mileage pay, pension, and NVQ Level 2 and 3 opportunity.
Apply on Indeed — search “Delta Care Chorley” or call 01772 559932.
3. Complex Support Worker — Exeter, Devon Company: Garland Support Pay: £12.80 – £13.80 per hour Job type: Permanent | Day and night 12-hour shifts
This role supports individuals with complex physical or learning disabilities, including help with personal care, medication, mobility, and community activities. Every shift is different.
You need at least 3 years of experience in care or support work and a Care Certificate or equivalent. A driving licence is helpful. This role is open to female candidates only due to occupational requirements.
Perks: NVQ Health and Social Care opportunity, paid training, health and wellbeing scheme, pension, referral programme.
Apply on Indeed — search “Garland Support Exeter.”
4. Care at Home Assistant — Auchterarder and Dunkeld, Perthshire, Scotland Company: Ann Inspired Care Pay: £14.85 – £15.85 per hour Job type: Full-time
This is one of the better-paying care roles on this list. You will work morning shifts (7am–1/2pm) and evening shifts (4/5pm–9/10pm), including every second weekend. The work involves personal care, meal preparation, medication assistance, and helping clients get to appointments.
No experience is required — they provide full training and supervision until you are comfortable. You must have a driving licence and access to a car. They pay your mileage during shifts and pay you for the full shift including unavoidable gaps between visits.
Perks: Holiday pay, SVQ 2 and 3 qualification opportunity, pension, referral scheme, mileage pay.
Two positions available: one in Auchterarder (Crieff area) and one in Dunkeld. Apply on Indeed — search “Ann Inspired Care Auchterarder” or “Ann Inspired Care Dunkeld.”
5. Home Care Worker — Cambridge Company: Glowing Care Pay: £14.00 – £15.00 per hour Job type: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent (also zero-hours options available)
This role covers the CB2 and CB3 areas of Cambridge. You will help clients in their homes with personal care, meals, mobility, companionship, and appointments. Both male and female carers are needed for the CB2 position; the CB3 role is for female carers only.
You need at least 1 year of personal care experience, a driving licence, and a current DBS, Care Certificate, and Moving and Handling certification. Strong spoken and written English is required.
Apply on Indeed — search “Glowing Care Cambridge.”
6. Community Care and Support Worker — Holsworthy, Devon Company: Eclipse Care (Southwest) Ltd Pay: From £13.10 per hour Job type: Full-time or Part-time, Permanent
Eclipse Care is an Outstanding-rated domiciliary care company. This role involves helping clients at home with daily living, companionship, medication, meals, and household tasks. They do not offer zero-hours contracts, which means you get stable, guaranteed hours.
Experience is helpful but not required. You need a UK driving licence. They pay travel time between client visits separately.
Perks: Paid travel time, shift pay, ongoing training, career growth, health and wellbeing programme, free parking.
Apply on Indeed — search “Eclipse Care Holsworthy.”
7. Care Assistant — Hertford, Hertfordshire Company: Broad Oak Manor Nursing Home Pay: £12.71 per hour Job type: Full-time
This is a nursing home role. You will work under a registered nurse, delivering personal care, nutrition support, mobility assistance, skin care, medication support, and social and emotional support to residents with complex needs.
You need at least 1 year of care home or home care experience and a Care Certificate. Good written and spoken English is required. An enhanced DBS check is mandatory.
Perks: On-site parking.
Apply on Indeed — search “Broad Oak Manor Hertford.”
Summary: Pay Ranges at a Glance
| Role | Location | Pay Per Hour |
|---|---|---|
| Learning Disability Support Worker | Stevenage | From £13.00 |
| Home Care Assistant | Chorley | £13.45 – £13.55 |
| Complex Support Worker | Exeter | £12.80 – £13.80 |
| Care at Home Assistant | Perthshire, Scotland | £14.85 – £15.85 |
| Home Care Worker | Cambridge | £14.00 – £15.00 |
| Community Care and Support Worker | Holsworthy | From £13.10 |
| Care Assistant | Hertford | £12.71 |
None of these employers are offering sponsorship. Only apply if you already have the legal right to work in the UK. If you are not sure about your work rights, check the UK Home Office website or speak to an immigration adviser before applying.
Jobs in the care sector go fast. Apply as soon as possible.