Tanto per avere un’idea:

chi sostiene di possedere un livello d’inglese SCOLASTICO – qua risulta insufficiente

CONDIZIONE LAVORO: DIFFICILE DA OTTENERE. In genere posizioni di ingegneria con esperienza o simili fanno parte di questo segmento se si arriva gia’ col lavoro in mano.

chi sostiene di possedere un BUON/OTTIMO livello d’’inglese – qua e’ sufficiente

RISTORANTI, COFFEE SHOPS, CATENE DI NEGOZI, AU PAIR, PARRUCCHIERA/ESTETISTA, HOTEL... (per i lavori manuali dove c’e’ poco da parlare)

per chi ha studiato lingue (intendo lingue e letterature straniere, liceo linguistico, scuola per interpreti e traduttori etc...alle superiori/universita’ – l’inglese qua risulta buono

TUTTI I LAVORI CONNESSI AL SALES, CUSTOMER SERVICE, RECEPTION, IT, LAVORI SOCIALMENTE UTILI oltre ai precedenti

Scordatevi di sostenere un FLUENT level se non si e’ vissuti nei paesi anglosassoni, a meno che non si abbia studiato in una scuola internazionale.

TUTTI I LAVORI tranne quelli per cui e’ necessaria la cittadinanza inglese.

Le scuole italiane fondano l’insegnqamento della lingua inglese principalmente sulla grammatica (con 8 anni di studio dell’ inglese – 3 alle medie e 5 alle superiori si ottiene una buona base d’inglese) ma rimane il problema “pratica” che la si puo’ acquisire SOLO direttamente sul posto.

E’ inutile dare consigli senza dimenticare l’ambizione nell’apprendimento della lingua inglese. Una persona volenterosa di parlare una lingua straniera possiede mediamente un livello d’inglese piu’ elevato rispetto a chi si e’ sentito “costretto” a studiare la lingua inglese a scuola.

What are Recruitment Agencies in the UK?

Most companies in the UK use recruitment agencies to employ suitable “Candidates” (jobseekers like you) for two reasons. Firstly it is faster and secondly, it is cost-effective. The employer’s other option would be to place an expensive ad in the papers, wait for responses (hopefully some good ones), sift through 100s of CVs, make a shortlist of suitable candidates, interview and make offers in the hope of securing someone suitable. By employing a ‘candidate’ through an employment agency, most of the work is done and the employer only needs to interview and select the best person for the job. And everyone’s happy.

Most Working Holiday Makers want to start earning pounds as soon as possible and (good) agencies can find you suitable employment quickly. They can also secure a rate (if it’s a contract position) or salary (if it’s a permanent position) that is suitable for your experience and abilities.

Basic Rules of Engagement

Rule 1. Send your CV to agencies before you arrive in the UK.

Depending on your type of work, the timing will vary. Very basically, if you are not going in the next 3 months – there is not much point in applying to specific jobs because they’ll be gone before you arrive. If you are a Professional such as an Engineer, Nurse, Teacher, Planner, Architect you can and should register with WORKgateways agencies UP TO 2 YEARS in advance of your arrival date. To do this go to Register With UK Recruitment Agencies. Find out more information on the best time to apply for your experience.

Rule 2. Always send your CV to more than one agency.

In some cases one agency will be enough, but if in doubt, don’t leave it to chance. For professionals, about 3 agencies who are actively “working on” finding you employment is about right.

On the other hand if you are looking for bar work or labouring, then you should apply to as many jobs as possible!

WORKgateways is designed with you, the working traveler, in mind. Send your CV to the best Agencies in your field. Simply go to Register with Agencies and select the agencies listed in your field.

However, if you are not seeking Professional work - apply directly to jobs on-line at WORKgateways! For bar work, labouring and chef work go to WORKgateways’ Other jobs. Note that Social Work is also a special case – if you are a Qualified Social Worker, WORKgateways has one agency that will take care of you.

Rule 3. Have a reasonable idea of what you should be earning, before you start attending interviews.

For your first UK job it pays to have a ‘realistic’ expectation of what you can earn. If asked in an interview what you would expect to earn - you will know. In your first UK job do not expect the best salary or rate offered in the industry– this is unrealistic. UK experience is important to employers and after you have some you will be able to command a higher rate or better salary.

Rule 4. Before and when you get to the UK - Communicate with your Recruitment Consultant

This is possibly one of the most important things you can do. DO NOT just send your CV to an agency and expect them to call you with job interviews. If you do not hear from them after you get to the UK - it is YOUR job to get in touch - remind them you have arrived and are ready for work! If you still don’t hear from them, or you can’t find someone there who indicates they can help you – find another agency.

Applying through WORKgateways.com makes communicating with your UK agencies as easy as possible for all parties. Just ensure your travel dates and travel email address is kept up to date. Crucial: as soon as you get a UK phone number ensure your UK agencies have your new UK number – this is essential for obvious reasons!

Source: http://www.workgateways.com/newsletter2-2.html

 

Sommario generico spese mensili

Caso economico:

Costo medio della condivisione di una camera £.270 a persona

Costo medio di una single bedroom £.310

Costo medio di una double bedroom £.550

Le spese luce, acqua, gas, council tax aggiuntive sono a discrezione del landlord.

Trasporti: £.50 per il mensile bus, £.105 per travel card zona 1-3

Caso dispendioso: affitto di un one bedroom flat (bilocale)

Affitto: tra £.700 e £.900 per un ex council flat in zona 3

Council Tax: media £.120

Luce: £.30

Acqua: £.40

Gas: £.40

Trasporti: £.50 per il mensile bus, £.105 per travel card zona 1-3

TOT SPESE MENSILI: min £.980, max £.1,235

Ness, un nostro utente, ha avuto delle brutte esperienze con delle agenzie (non verificato da noi):

Ed ecco il suo blog per l’occasione:
www.inculataffittilondra.wtcsites.com/inkulatalondra.html

(Forum link: http://www.italiansunited.co.uk/forum/viewtopic.php?t=2331&start=0 )

 

You should apply for a NI number if:

• you have started or are about to start work,

• you are self-employed, or

• you want to pay NI contributions or you would benefit from paying them.

For an application you should phone 0845 600 0643 between 8am and 6pm, Monday to Friday.

There is a process of checks we need to go through when you apply for an NI number. Firstly, we make sure you need an NI number. Secondly, we make sure you haven’t already got an NI number. If you need an NI number and you

haven’t already got one, we will write and ask you to come to an interview.

We use this interview to:

• check your identity to make sure you are who you say you are to protect your NI and social security accounts, and

• check you have a right to work in the UK if your application is for employment purposes.

What types of evidence and information can I bring to prove my right to work?

Here are some examples of the types of evidence and information we will accept as

proof of your right to work. We cannot accept photocopies.

• Passport/ National Identity Card

• Home Office documents, confirming you are entitled to work in the UK

• Full driving licence

• Student-loan documents

• Student identity card

• Letter from your college, including course details

• Mortgage or rental agreement

Employment documents

• Payslips

• A work permit

• A letter from your employer

• Your contract of employment

• Details of any employment agencies you are registered with

Documents if you’re self-employed

• Invoices

• Letters from your accountant

• Letters from your clients

If you have recently arrived in Britain after living outside Europe, you must bring any travel documents you have. These are documents that give information about your travel between countries. They include things like your passport, National Identity card, or NASS 35 form (issued to people applying for asylum in the UK). If you have any other documents that you think may help prove your identity and (if it applies), your right to work, please bring them with you.

What happens next?

If your application is successful, we will give you your NI number in writing as soon as possible after the interview. We will send you a card with your NI number details on it at a later date.

If your application is unsuccessful, we will write and tell you.

Remember, a National Insurance number is not proof of identity.