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EURopean Employment Services Tonia Sutton Haydee
Folkard
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Why work in the UK?

• (Work) Experience
• Improved job prospects
• Travel

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But

• Leaving your family and friends is a big step
• So before deciding to move consider all aspects
  of working in another country
• And try to get as much information as possible

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The United Kingdom

• Is a full member of the European Union all EU
  citizens can work in the UK without a work permit
  or residency card.
• You DO need to register under the Workers
  Registration Scheme.

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People

• The population is about 59 million
• English is the official language.
• The ability to speak English is essential for
  most jobs.

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Regions of the United Kingdom

• For information look at www.britishtouristauthorit
  y.org and www.visitbritain.com
• Find out about
• Local employment level
• Skills shortages
• Cost of living
• Accommodation
• Weather

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Regions

• London is very expensive
• There are several other major cities such as
  Birmingham, and Manchester
• Tourist areas include Scotland, Wales, the Lake
  District(NW) and the South West

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The UK Labour Market I

• The UK unemployment rate is 5.
• Since 2001 economic growth has been double the EU
  countries average.

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The UK Labour Market II

• Medical professions
• Construction, especially plumbing
• Telecommunications
• Mechanics
• Engineering setters/millers

• Transport
• Some agricultural
• Service occupations

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Service Occupations

• Cooks/chefs
• Waiters/waitresses
• Bar staff
• Cleaners
• Entertainers
• Shop workers
• Care workers
• Hairdressers

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Vacancies and information

• Nearest EURESadviser
• UK EURESadviser
• www.europa.eu.int/jobs/eures
• www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk
• www.jobcentreonline.com
• Internet Jobsites
• Private agencies www.rec.uk.com
• Newspapers www.onlinenewspapers.com

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Jobcentre Plus

• 1000 jobcentres across the country
• www.jobcentreplus.gov.uk
• Jobseeker Direct

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Jobseeker Direct

• Telephone service
• (00 44)845 6060 234
• Searches from the UK database
• - by reference number
• - by occupation
• Personal details (name, address, date of birth)
• - spell names
• -speak slowly
• - repeat if necessary

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Graduate Vacancies

• Many more young Britons are graduating
• Competition for graduate jobs is high
• Biggest growth in graduate jobs has been in
  business
• The media is the most difficult sector to find
  work in

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Work Placements

• The UK does not have a well-developed internship
  programme
• You may be able to apply direct to a suitable
  employer www.yell.co.uk
• The British council may help www.britishcouncil.
  org

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How to apply for vacancies

• Direct application to the employer
• CV, covering letter or company application form

By e-mail, mail, fax or phone !
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CVs and Covering Letters

• Must be typed
• Must be in English
• Keep them brief but informative
• Follow style guides
• Remember references translated if necessary

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Earnings

• Average earnings in the UK are about 24,000 per
  year. Most factory/tourist jobs will be well
  below this
• London wages are higher
• This is because the cost of living is higher
  there.

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Working Conditions

• Most workers can expect a 37.5 hour working week
  with four weeks holiday
• This varies with the job
• The minimum wage is 5.05 per hour for ages 22
• If you think your employer is not treating you
  fairly contact www.acas.org.uk

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Registering for Work

• Workers from Hungary must register when they
  start a job.
• In most cases they must work for 12 months before
  they can claim benefits.
• They must pay 70
• To get the forms, ring
• 08705 210 224
• Or use
• www.workingintheuk.gov.uk

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Form WRS

• The Registration Form is called Form WRS.
• It is in English only
• You will also need the letter confirming your job
• Your passport or national identity card
• 2 passport sized photos
• 70

• www.workingintheuk.gov.uk

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Working in the UKyour rights

• The Trades Union Council has produced a booklet
  about workers rights
• You should get a copy when you register for work.
• www.tuc.org.uk/international

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Money Matters I

• The unit of currency is the pound. 1 roughly
  370 Hungarian Forints
• Before you are paid you will need money for food,
  accommodation and other expenses
• Even if you find work immediately, you might need
  to wait a month for your first pay

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Money Matters II
Be realistic food/household goods cost about
25-30 per person per week. Public transport is
not cheap
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Taxation

• Up to 4,895 no tax
• 3 rates
• Starting rate (10) 4,895-6,915
• Basic rate (22) 6,915-36,295
• Higher rate (40) over 36,295
• This is taken off your gross wage before you get
  it.

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National Insurance
National Insurance goes towards paying for out of
work benefits National Insurance contributions
will be taken from your salary before you get
it This can be 8-11 of your gross salary.
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National Insurance Number
When you start will need a National Insurance
number Go to your local jobcentre and ask for an
appointment for an interview
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Bank
Salaries in the UK are almost always paid into a
bank or building society ask if your own bank
has links with the UK Opening a bank account
needs a passport, letter from the employer, rent
book or other proof of address If possible,
information about your account in Hungary
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Accommodation I

• Housing in the UK is expensive
• Average rental of a one bedroom appt 425/month,
  2 bedroom 600/month, 3 bedroom 800 per month
• Flat shares are cheaper
• Rents are 50 higher in London
• The South East, and South West England, and
  Edinburgh are also expensive places.

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Accommodation II

• One or two months rent in advance will usually be
  required for rented accommodation, plus a deposit
  against damages.
• Arrange temporary accommodation before you leave.
  See www.laterooms.com for last minute hotel
  deals.
• At least take the name addresses of hostels,
  hotels and estate agents with you. See
  www.yell.co.uk for details.

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Council Tax
There is also the Council Tax A local tax that
varies according To where you live Depending on
the property it could be anything from 600 per
year upwards
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Social Security

• An E301 should be obtained from your social
  security department before coming to the UK.
• This certificate should be taken to the nearest
  Jobcentre Plus office in order to make a claim
  for benefits.
• If you are not entitled to an E301 you cannot
  claim
• benefit in the UK

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Healthcare

• Medical services are free
• Apply to your local health centre to register
  with a National Health Service doctor
• Charges are made for prescribed medicines 6.40
  per item, and also for dental care and eye tests

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Before You Go

• Buy a return ticket
• Have enough money to last two weeks
• Arrange your accommodation
• Have a job (if possible)
• Bring form E111/European Health Card
• Check if you need any other E forms
• Give someone at home a reliable contact number
  (and use it!)

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Ask for more information!tonia.sutton_at_jobcentrepl
us.gsi.gov.ukhaydee.folkard_at_jobcentreplus.gsi.g
ov.uk