Question 1

Is Senior care workers eligible for the Skilled Worker visa?

Accepted Answer

Yes. SOC 6136 (Senior care 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.

Question 2

What salary do I need for a Senior care workers role?

Accepted Answer

The occupation going rate is £33,400 per year; new entrants may qualify at £33,400 where applicable; the published hourly figure is £17.13; you must be paid the higher of that rate or the general threshold (£41,700 standard / £33,400 new entrant). Use our salary calculator for a personalised check.

Question 3

Is Senior care workers on the shortage occupation list?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Senior care workers (SOC 6136) is on the UK Immigration Salary List (formerly the Shortage Occupation List). This can affect salary thresholds and fees — confirm current rules on GOV.UK.

Question 4

Which UK companies sponsor Senior care workers roles?

Accepted Answer

We have not matched publishable sponsors to this occupation via industry codes yet. Browse the sponsor directory or use the sponsor checker to search by employer name.

SOC 6136 — Senior care workers

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