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Social workers (SOC 2461)

This page shows whether this occupation is eligible for a Skilled Worker visa, what salary you usually need, and which licensed UK employers may hire people in similar roles.

Skilled Worker eligible: YesImmigration Salary List: No

What this job involves

Social workers (SOC 2461) (Professional occupations). Eligible for the Skilled Worker visa subject to meeting salary and other requirements.

Salary thresholds

No occupation-specific going rate is published for SOC 2461. The general salary threshold applies: £41,700 (standard) or £33,400 (new entrant).

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Job examples

  • Adult social workers Children
  • family and school social workers Criminal justice social workers Mental health and healthcare social workers Social workers not elsewhere classified.

Sponsors hiring under this code

Matched via Companies House industry codes (SIC). This shows employers in related sectors — verify the sponsor and role on the official register.

Related occupations

Frequently asked questions

Yes. SOC 2461 (Social workers) appears on the Home Office list of eligible Skilled Worker occupations. You still need a licensed sponsor, a qualifying job offer, and to meet salary and English language requirements.