Community Support Worker (Widnes)
The advert asks you to have the right to work in the UK already:
“Work authorisation: United Kingdom (required)”
This line often means the employer will not sponsor a visa, but some employers include it as standard wording. That is why the highest likelihood we give this job is Possible. Ask Support at Home Ltd before you apply.
Unlikely
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only if conditions are met
£13 – £15 / hour
Salary
As advertised by the employer
£33,400
Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 6135 (98% match) is an eligible occupation, with a going rate of £33,400, and Support at Home Ltd is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
About the role
Location: Widnes (on the road)
Salary: £13.45 - £14.50 per hour (from April 2026) + mileage + bonuses
Job Type: Full-time / Part-time / Flexible Hours
Join an Award-Winning, Family-Run Care Team
Support at Home is a family-run, award-winning domiciliary care company based in Widnes. For 13 years, we have been providing high-quality, person-centred care, earning a strong reputation with both our clients and staff.
We are recruiting Support Workers to join our growing team, the day to day role of a Support Worker includes the following key responsibilities:
As a Support Worker, you will play a vital role in helping clients live independently at home. Your responsibilities will include:
- Assisting with personal care (washing, dressing, medication)
- Meal preparation and home help
- Social support and companionship
- Safe moving and handling of clients
- Supporting clients with complex needs (Mental Health, Dementia, PEG, Stoma, and Catheter care)
At Support at Home, we are committed to maintaining a skilled, professional and knowledgeable workforce. As part of our role expectations and commitment to high-quality care, employees will be required to undertake and work towards completion of the Level 3 Adult Care apprenticeship qualification where applicable.
No two days are the same.
Why Join Support at Home?
- We truly care – Not just about our clients, but also our team.
- No rushed visits – Minimum 30-minute calls, no 15-minute pop-ins.
- Flexible shifts – Full-time and part-time roles available (weekend availability required).
- Career progression – Opportunities to grow into senior, community supervisor, or office roles.
- Full training and funded NVQs – No experience required.
- Competitive pay and benefits:
Apply today and we will be in touch to arrange an informal interview, we cant wait to hear from you. If you have any questions regarding the roles available please don’t hesitate to contact us.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent
Pay: £13.45-£14.50 per hour
Requirements
Experience:
- Health and Social sector: 1 year (preferred)
Licence/Certification:
- UK drivers licence and access to a vehicle (preferred)
Work authorisation:
- United Kingdom (required)
Work Location: On the road
Benefits
- We truly care – Not just about our clients, but also our team.
- No rushed visits – Minimum 30-minute calls, no 15-minute pop-ins.
- Flexible shifts – Full-time and part-time roles available (weekend availability required).
- Career progression – Opportunities to grow into senior, community supervisor, or office roles.
- Full training and funded NVQs – No experience required.
- Competitive pay and benefits:
- £13.45 - £14.50 per hour (from April 2026)
- 45p per mile for drivers (+ 25p extra per completed call)
- 25p per mile for walkers
- Company events
- Company pension
- Employee mentoring programme
- Referral programme
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Support at Home Ltd, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Care workers and home carers (SOC 6135) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~366k in sample- Middle half £24,492–32,968
- Median £27,924
- Minimum £41,700
- Going rate £33,400
This role's pay (£13 – £15 / hour) isn't directly comparable to the annual national figures above.
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Support at Home Ltd holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
The offer must clear both the general threshold and the SOC 6135 going rate of £33,400. New-entrant and shortage discounts can lower it.