Healthcare Assistant - Care Home Services
Possible
Sponsorship likelihood
This job is eligible only on a shortage list
£25,760 – £27,476 / year
Salary
Within the market range
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Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 6131 (70% match) is an eligible occupation, and Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
In 2025, Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust assigned 53 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 6131 jobs, according to the Home Office.
This could also be SOC 6135 (Care workers and home carers). We read the code off the advert, so it is our best guess, not the employer's.
New graduate or PhD holder? Pick one of the lower rates.
What each route needs for this job
| Occupation code | New entrant 70% of going rate | STEM PhD 80% of going rate | Relevant PhD 90% of going rate | Standard rate 100% of going rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
6131 Nursing auxiliaries and assistants Most likely code | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
We use the lowest threshold across the plausible codes. Likelihood is Possible at most when the pay clears only a lower rate, or only under a less likely code. A mark is for the top of the advertised pay. How the Home Office picks the code
About the role
An exciting opportunity has arisen for the position of an HCA to work within our NHS Nursing Home based in Rayleigh, Essex. A unique career opportunity to become a key member of the nursing team. You must be enthusiastic, motivated with good communication skills & the ability to work under pressure. You must be a team player & willing to go the extra mile for our residents care.
Regrettably, we cannot offer sponsorship for all of our job roles. If you apply for a role that we cannot offer sponsorship for, unfortunately your application form be rejected from the process.
Main duties of the job
The post holder is responsible for undertaking assigned tasks that involve direct resident care in a care home setting.
The post involves supporting individual residents in all aspects of their care including daily living needs as is outlined in the residents individualised care plan. The post holder is responsible for reporting any relevant changes in the resident's condition to the qualified staff. Furthermore the post holder will assist in the physical care and support of people with mental health needs and challenging behaviours, proving person centred care and working within the Recovery Model to enable residents to be become socially inclusive, whilst supporting qualified staff to ensure the highest standards of care are upheld.
Person specification
Education/Qualifications
Essential
- Good general education
- Basic literacy and numeracy
Desirable
- Previous experience of working within a care home
- NVQ care or equivalent
Skills/Experience
Essential
- Assisting in the provision and care to residents
- Assisting residents' with all activities of daily living (Hygiene, nutrition etc.)
Knowledge
Essential
- Awareness of all infection control issues
- I.T. Literate
- Keep oneself updated in aspects of mandatory training
- Ability to follow clear instructions
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively
About the employer
Valuing you. Recognising your dedication. At EPUT, we look after you.
This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Nursing auxiliaries and assistants (SOC 6131) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~298k in sample- Offer £25,760–27,476
- Middle half £24,492–30,316
- Median £26,364
The range sits inside the market's middle half (£24,492–30,316), so this is typical pay for the occupation.
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About sponsorship for this role
Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. In 2025, Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust assigned 53 or more Certificates of Sponsorship for SOC 6131 jobs, according to the Home Office. Be upfront in your application that you'll require it.
What salary is needed for this role to be eligible?
Skilled Worker roles must clear both the general salary threshold and the occupation-specific going rate. See our occupation eligibility guide for the current figures.