About Us
Here To Make A Difference
Our Mission
To Bring Care Back To What It Once Was
The pandemic has left significant gaps in the healthcare sector, with the loss of many professionals and care facilities. Our mission is to help fill these gaps by connecting talented, dedicated individuals with organisations in need.
We provide full support to our candidates, ensuring they have the skills and knowledge required to thrive in the UK healthcare system.
Language and Skills Training
Updating English proficiency, computer literacy, and knowledge of UK healthcare regulations.
Recruitment Services
Presenting shortlisted, qualified candidates to clients for positions and facilitating interviews.
Ongoing Support
Maintaining constant communication and assisting with negotiations if required.
At Gooden Care, we are driven by the same passion and commitment to excellence. We aim to recruit exceptional healthcare professionals who truly care and want to make a difference in our NHS and private care sectors.
Founded in 2019
Inspired by a life-changing experience
Gooden Care was founded in 2019, inspired by a life-changing experience during a trip to Guyana. While visiting a hospital with a friend who was there to see a sick relative, I started a conversation with the hospital staff. Curious about their working conditions, I asked if their income was enough to meet their needs. To my astonishment, I learned about the low pay they were receiving despite their dedication and hard work.
During that visit, the staff inquired about opportunities for overseas healthcare professionals in the UK. I confirmed there were vacancies but explained they would need a Sponsorship Employment Visa. Upon returning to the UK, I brought back six CVs from those staff members, submitted them to healthcare systems in Surrey and Scotland, and was thrilled when all six secured interviews and job offers.
35 Years As A Registered Nurse
This experience stayed with me, but I returned to my job in construction. Then the pandemic struck, and like many others, I faced job loss. I later found work as a supervisor at a cleaning company overseeing various sites, but another challenge arose: I had a workplace accident that led to torn ligaments in my knee, compounded by severe arthritis. Unable to continue in my role, I found myself at a crossroads.
During this challenging time, I reflected on my earlier experience helping healthcare professionals secure jobs in the UK and realised I wanted to make a bigger impact. I decided to establish a recruitment agency dedicated to sourcing the best healthcare professionals and providing them with the support they need to succeed.
This journey is deeply personal. My late mother, who was a qualified nurse from the Caribbean, inspired my work ethic and commitment to care. Despite the challenges of her time, she eventually built a long and respected career in the NHS, working tirelessly for over 35 years. She was known for her compassion, dedication, and even her cooking, which brightened the lives of patients and staff alike.