As an international applicant, After the graduate scheme, will network rail be able to offer sponsorship going forward?
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bearing in mind that the graduate visa is for 2 years and the graduate scheme is for 2 years, after the graduate scheme for electrical engineers, will network rail be able to help switch to a skilled visa?
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Category: Internal career mobility
Date asked: Thursday, March 10, 2022
Last reviewed: Monday, March 14, 2022
Phil C.
Head of Recruitment Marketing & Engagement
Thanks for your question. Please find details around our pre-employment checks.
Visa application – Network Rail offers sponsorship where the requirements of the Home Office rules are met for a Skilled Worker. Should you require a visa to work in the UK or would like further information, visit the Gov website for more information. (https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa)
All offers of employment are conditional upon satisfactory completion of Government Baseline Security Standards (BPSS) which include:
A right to work and identity check
Pre-employment verification for the last three years.
A basic criminal record check for any unspent convictions
National Security Vetting (if relevant to the role)
This will include a counter terrorist check in accordance with the Home Office (regulated for the transport sector).
Medical assessment
Drugs & Alcohol test (pre-appointment) for safety-critical roles and sentinel card holders
Many thanks
Phil
Monday, March 14, 2022
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