We are writing to inform you of significant changes to the UK immigration rules, which come into effect on\u00a022 July 2025, as part of the government\u2019s wider reforms aimed at restoring order and control to the immigration system. Major immigration reforms delivered to restore order and control – GOV.UK<\/a><\/p>\n As of this date, the route for recruiting workers from overseas will officially close. Consequently, the previous requirement from UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) for providers to first attempt recruitment from the redeployment pool has now ended.<\/p>\n Despite this change, providers are still strongly encouraged to utilise their\u00a0regional hubs\u00a0to recruit from the existing pool of redeployed workers. With international recruitment routes no longer available, providers are expected to focus on both the\u00a0domestic candidates and those international workers already residing in the UK, who are seeking to change or secure new sponsorship.<\/p>\n We ask that you continue to liaise with your regional hub to access this valuable pool of candidates.<\/p>\n For providers in the\u00a0South West, your regional hub contact is: commissioning.swadass@swcouncils.gov.uk<\/a><\/p>\n In response to these changes, the South West Hub has\u00a0streamlined the redeployment process\u00a0to give both providers and workers\u00a0greater autonomy and control, while also reducing the time it takes to match candidates with vacancies. We recognise that provider job vacancies are often\u00a0time-sensitive, and this updated approach is designed to support faster, more efficient recruitment.<\/p>\n From Monday 21 July 2025, when you email the hub mailbox, you will receive an automated reply containing a link to a Microsoft Form.<\/p>\n This live Jobs Base allows workers to view up-to-date vacancies in their area and apply directly.<\/p>\n Workers may contact you directly regarding roles and it remains the provider\u2019s responsibility to assess candidates. All workers in the redeployment pool will continue to have a\u00a0worker reference number, please ask them to quote their reference numbers when contacting you<\/p>\n Take a look at the Worker Redeployment Pool Process flow chart<\/a> for more information.<\/p>\n If you need support with the displaced care worker process please contact the Devon Alliance team devonalliance@nhs.net<\/a><\/p>\n ASC changes to the Skilled Worker Route update 09 April 2025<\/a> – Information from the Home Office, New requirements and support for care workers and senior care workers based entirely in England.<\/p>\n ASC Q&A responses to 09 April update<\/a>– Information from the Home Office.<\/p>\n We have a range of support and training available to support you with the changes and updates around international recruitment.<\/p>\n International Recruitment Drop<\/strong>\u2011<\/strong>In Sessions <\/strong><\/p>\n Two further sessions confirmed for 2026! If you\u2019re seeking advice or have questions about international recruitment, we\u2019re here to help. Join our International Recruitment Specialist, Lisa Mulholland from Stephens Scown Solicitors, for an one\u2011hour drop\u2011in session.<\/p>\n \ud83d\uddd3 Next session: Coming soon<\/p>\n \u23f0 Time: 11:00am<\/p>\n \ud83d\udccd Online via Zoom<\/p>\n Devon Alliance<\/a> for International Recruitment: a not-for-profit team working collaboratively across the Health & Social Care Sector to recruit overseas health professionals.<\/p>\n What they do:<\/p>\n Contact the team today! devonalliance@nhs.net<\/a><\/p>\n Migrant Social Integration has been formed by Plymouth Hope to provide training to Social Care providers in Devon.\u00a0Book your place<\/a>\u00a0via Eventbrite for upcoming training sessions.<\/p>\n Drop in sessions<\/em><\/p>\n Drop in sessions every week to support you with advice, signposting and pastoral support.<\/p>\n We\u2019re thrilled to announce a brand-new collection of episodes designed to support social care providers navigating the complex world of international recruitment compliance. The information shared in these episodes is accurate to the best of our knowledge as of 16th January 2025. However, we strongly encourage you to carry out your own due diligence to stay fully compliant.\u00a0A huge thank you to Lisa Mulholland from Stephen Scowns Solicitors for sharing her invaluable expertise and insights!<\/p>\n South West Hub Redeployment Process Changes We are writing to inform you of significant changes to the UK immigration rules, which come into effect on\u00a022 July 2025, as part of the government\u2019s wider reforms aimed at restoring order and control to the immigration system. 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Join Our Monthly Drop-In Session with International Recruitment specialist Lisa Mulholland<\/h2>\n
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Migrant Social Integration<\/h4>\n
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Podcast Episodes for Social Care Providers!<\/h4>\n
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