Registered General Nurse - Carlisle
Likely
Sponsorship likelihood
This employer has issued visas recently
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Going rate
Skilled Worker going rate
This role likely qualifies for a Skilled Worker visa
SOC 2237 (79% match) is an eligible occupation, and SPAMEDICA LTD is a licensed sponsor. That is our reading of the rules. Whether they issue a Certificate of Sponsorship is still their call.
In 2025, SPAMEDICA LTD assigned Certificates of Sponsorship for other occupations, but none for SOC 2237, according to the Home Office.
We pick the code from the advert's text, so it is our best guess, not the employer's. Each code it could be has its own likelihood:
- Likely 2237 (Other registered nursing professionals) · 79% match
- Likely 2234 (Registered nurse practitioners) · 10% match
- Likely 2233 (Registered specialist nurses) · 6% match
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
2237 Other registered nursing professionals Most likely code | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
2234 Registered nurse practitioners Also possible | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears | £25,000 Clears |
2233 Registered specialist nurses Also possible | £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
Main duties of the job
Here at SpaMedica, our focus is on patient care, safety and satisfaction. As the UKs largest provider of NHS cataract surgery, were experts at what we do, and thats evidenced in the five-star feedback we receive from our patients. Joining us as a Registered General Nurse you will support our visions and values of safety, integrity, kindness and transparency are embedded in our day to day care to ensure we deliver the best service possible. All of SpaMedicas hospitals inspected by the CQC have been rated as Good or Outstanding.Person specification
Qualifications
Essential
- Valid NMC Pin
Experience
Essential
- 6-12 Months post registration experience
About the employer
SpaMedica is one of the leading providers of NHS eye patient services and, in 2018, we became the largest NHS cataract surgery provider in the UK. We believe in giving people the best advice and choices to help improve their vision and pride ourselves on providing a high standard of patient care. We are privileged to be able to support the thousands of patients that come to SpaMedica, and we are dedicated to growing our reach across the UK, drastically reducing NHS cataract surgery waiting times, delivering the highest quality care, and supporting thousands of patients to achieve better vision. Beyond cataract surgery, other NHS ophthalmology services offered include treatments forAge-Related Macular Degeneration (AMD) and Posterior Capsule Opacification (PCO), which is treated through a procedure known as YAG laser capsulotomy.This description is the source posting as it read when we added it. We are not affiliated with SPAMEDICA LTD, so check their own site for the current details.
Where this offer sits in the market
Other registered nursing professionals (SOC 2237) · UK · ONS ASHE 2025 · basic pay · ~511k in sample- Middle half £33,748–47,112
- Median £39,260
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Does this job guarantee visa sponsorship?
Not necessarily. SPAMEDICA LTD holds a sponsor licence, but sponsorship for a specific hire is always the employer's decision. In 2025, SPAMEDICA LTD assigned Certificates of Sponsorship for other occupations, but none for SOC 2237, 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.