We’re recruiting Immigration Caseworkers to help progress cases and deliver fair, effective decisions that have a real impact on people’s lives.
In this role, you’ll work to progress deportation or removal cases, reviewing evidence, and making decisions that shape outcomes for people and families, while protecting the U.K. It’s work that requires care, judgement, and resilience, and where your decisions make a difference.
You’ll receive a starting salary of £32,110 (national) or £36,110 (Croydon/London), plus a competitive benefits package and Civil Service pension. This role is at Executive Officer grade.
Application closing dates vary by location and will be either 29 June or 2 July 2026. Please check the relevant job advert to confirm the closing date for your application.
Immigration Enforcement is responsible for enforcing the government’s immigration laws, tackling illegal migration, removing foreign national offenders and immigration offenders from the UK. We also aim to disrupt the organised criminal groups that exploit the vulnerable for their personal gain. Learn more on our careers pages.
About the role
As an Immigration Caseworker, you’ll manage and progress a varied caseload, taking action and making decisions in line with UK immigration legislation and policy.
You will:
- Progress removal/deportation cases, reviewing and analysing evidence from a wide range of sources
- Make clear, fair, well-reasoned decisions
- Communicate outcomes to people and stakeholders
- Work to deadlines in a busy environment
- Handle sensitive and sometimes complex material
You’ll be part of a wider team helping to protect the integrity of the UK’s immigration system, helping to ensure foreign national offenders and those with no right to remain in the UK are deported or removed.
Some aspects of the role may involve exposure to sensitive or distressing information. We’ll support you throughout, and it’s important you feel prepared for this. You can find out more here: Trauma-Exposed Roles – Home Office Careers
Meet the team
Join one of our Immigration Caseworker online information events to hear more about the role. You can sign up using the links below:
Wednesday 24 June – 18:00-19:00
Thursday 25 June – 12:00-13:00
Tuesday 30 June – 18:00-19:00 (This session is for candidates applying for a Caseworker role in Croydon, Leeds, Liverpool and Stoke only)
This is your chance to hear first-hand what it’s really like to work in the team. We’ll also share practical tips to help with your application.
Watch this video to hear directly from some of our caseworkers.
Working Arrangements
This role is available on a full-time basis and may also be suitable for part-time working hours, with a minimum requirement to work 3 days / 22 hours per week depending on business need. Some flexibility may be needed during your initial training.
Training
Training starts in a virtual classroom and continues with on-the-job learning, guidance from experienced colleagues, and access to further development opportunities.
Please note, additional office attendance may be required during the initial training and induction period.
Benefits
- Civil Service Pension with employer contribution rates of 28.97%
- In-year reward scheme for one-off or sustained exceptional personal or team achievements
- Full training, along with access to development opportunities to help you grow in your career
- 25 days annual leave on appointment, rising with service to 30 days
- Eight days of public holidays, plus one additional privilege day
- An environment with flexible working options and a culture encouraging inclusion and diversity
Find out more about some of the other benefits we offer.
Hear what our caseworkers say about the benefits of working at the Home Office
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- Croydon
- Glasgow
- Hounslow
- Leeds
- Liverpool
- Portsmouth
- Sheffield
- Stoke-On-Trent
Applications for Glasgow, Hounslow, Portsmouth and Sheffield close on 29 June 2026.
Applications for Croydon, Leeds, Liverpool and Stoke-on-Trent close on 2 July 2026.
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- Make accurate, timely, and fair decisions on how to progress removal/deportation cases, using evidence available
- Manage a personal caseload effectively, responding to changing priorities
- Communicate case updates and decisions clearly
- Apply legislation, policy, and guidance consistently
- Maintain accurate case records
- Work collaboratively with colleagues and partner teams
- In roles with line management responsibility, you’ll lead the team to provide the best possible service to customers and stakeholders
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You’ll need to demonstrate:
- Ability to make effective decisions by analysing evidence from a range of sources
- Ability to manage your workload, work collaboratively with others and contribute positively to team outcomes
- Effective verbal and written English communication skills with excellent attention to detail
- Ability to build strong working relationships with a wide range of stakeholders, using sound interpersonal skills
- Ability to adapt quickly to changing priorities or processes, with a commitment to continuous learning and development
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office
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This vacancy uses Success Profiles and will assess your Behaviours, Strengths, and Experience.
As part of the application process, you’ll be asked to complete:
- An application form, capturing some basic personal information
- A Caseworker Suitability Assessment, consisting of three tests designed to assess skills relevant to the role
- A pre-recorded video interview with strength-based questions
Guidance on what to expect and how to prepare for the interview can be found on this page: Candidate Advice | Home Office Jobs and Applying – Home Office Careers
This role is advertised across 8 locations through linked adverts. If you want to apply for locations listed on different adverts, your first application will be treated as your lead application, and your assessment scores will carry over to any later applications.
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If you’re looking for a role where your work has real impact, this could be the opportunity for you.
Join us as an Immigration Caseworker and directly contribute to the maintenance of safe, lawful and effective immigration controls for the UK.
Find out more about the applications process and apply using one of links below.
