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SOC 6135Care workers and home carers

Skilled Worker eligible: YesImmigration Salary List: Yes

Care workers and home carers (SOC 6135).

Salary thresholds

  • Going rate (annual): £33,400
  • New entrant rate: £33,400
  • Going rate (hourly): £17.13
  • You must be paid the higher of the occupation going rate or the general threshold (£41,700 standard / £33,400 new entrant).

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Job examples

  • Community support workers Home care workers Residential care workers Care workers and home carers not elsewhere classified.

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Frequently asked questions

Yes. SOC 6135 (Care workers and home carers) 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.