What is shortage occupation list?
What is shortage occupation list?
The shortage occupation list is detailed in Appendix Skilled Occupations of the UK Immigration Rules. It comprises those roles deemed by the UK Government to be in short supply within the UK resident labour market, with such roles afforded more relaxed eligibility criteria for sponsored work visa applications.
What is classed as a skilled worker?
The government says it will define skilled workers as those doing jobs that require A-levels, Scottish Highers or technical equivalents. The government’s post-Brexit immigration plan envisages a points-based system. Under this scheme, overseas citizens would have to reach 70 points to be able to work in the UK.
What is an SOC number?
The 2018 Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system is a federal statistical standard used by federal agencies to classify workers into occupational categories for the purpose of collecting, calculating, or disseminating data.
How long is RLMT valid for?
Although there is no explicit expiration date for the RLMT, you must ensure that the Certificate of Sponsorship is assigned to the migrant within 6 months of the adverts being posted.
What jobs are considered unskilled labor?
Here are some examples of unskilled jobs:
- parking lot attendant.
- cleaner or janitor.
- fast food worker.
- line operator.
- messenger.
- sewing machine operator (semi-automatic)
- construction laborer.
- information desk clerk, and.
Where can I find the SOC code list for 2021?
The latest SOC code list for 2021 of eligible occupation categories can also be found in the Appendix on the .gov website. Each role is given its own four-digit Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) code.
How many types of occupations are there in the SOC?
To facilitate classification, detailed occupations are combined to form 459 broad occupations, 98 minor groups, and 23 major groups. Detailed occupations in the SOC with similar job duties, and in some cases skills, education, and/or training, are grouped together. General questions concerning the SOC may be sent by email or faxed to 202-691-6444.
Which section of the SOC code should I start with?
1. If you are using this document to find the SOC code, minimum pay rates, and/or skill level for a job you want to recruit for, then it is recommended that you start with section 1.
How should sponsors use SOC codes in recruitment?
We recommend sponsors take a strategic approach to using SOC codes, in the context of their organisation’s broader recruitment aims. Ideally, the SOC code should be identified at the outset of the recruitment process to ensure the role does in fact meet the skilled worker and ICT requirements for skill and salary level.
