IT Support Technician (Higher Level)

Visa facts for this job

• Somerset NHS Foundation Trust is on the Home Office registerLicensed to sponsor workers, A-rated. Checked 2 November 2026.
• NHS pay scale, Band 5Posts on a national pay scale are assessed against that scale, not the general salary figure. GOV.UK publishes the rules.
• Occupation: IT user support techniciansHome Office occupation code 3132, a health and care occupation (the Health and Care Worker visa has lower fees and no health surcharge).Temporary Shortage List, certificates issued before 31 December 2026. This occupation is on the Temporary Shortage List. It counts only where the certificate of sponsorship is issued before 31 December 2026, the list carries no salary discount, and dependants cannot be added on it. GOV.UK has the current list.

These roles are advertised by employers that hold a Skilled Worker sponsor licence. A licence means the employer can sponsor workers — it does not mean this particular vacancy is open to sponsorship. Always confirm with the employer before applying.