Frequently Asked Questions for the Backpacker
Q Can I work in the UK if I am from the EU ?
YES! All EU citizens with the exception of Romanian and Bulgarian Citizens (at the current time) can work freely in the UK. But must register with the Home Office on obtaining a job. Romanian and Bulgarian Citizens should consult with the British Consulate in their home country.
Q Is a working visa necessary if I hold a passport other than EU?
Yes, you must have a valid working visa for the UK. These are ONLY
AVAILABLE ....
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If you are a Commonwealth citizen under the age of 30, then you can get a
2 year working holiday visa (but you can only work for 1 year of this visa)
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If one of your grandparents was British you can get a 4 year ancestry visa
regardless of age.
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If you are a US or Canadian student under 30 (or have graduated within 6
months) please contact the BUNAC
organisation in Connecticut who can arrange a 6 months BUNAC Visa.
Q Can I work in the UK if I am from outside the EU (other than above)?
NO! Dee cannot assist you in finding work here.
Q Can Dee organise Work permits
No.
Q How much time can I work for?
A working visa entitles you to work full time during your eligible working period and your employment rights are the same as a UK citizen.
Q Should I call or Email Dee before I travel?
You can telephone or Email Dee from your home country, but it is far better
to telephone her on arrival in the UK. She will then have a completely up
to date list of current jobs and will hopefully be able to sort out your
request immediately. However if you have additional questions Dee is more
than happy to reply to your E-Mail.
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Remember - when you arrive in the UK, you telephone
Dee Cooper on 01764 670001 or 01764 679765. |
Q How easy is it to get a job?
Very easy. Most people who call Dee are in work within 24 hrs.
Q Do I need hotel experience?
Although useful, it is not absolutely necessary. Your personality and ability
to work well with people is more important.
Q How much will I be paid?
This varies between hotels, but you must by Law be paid the National Minimum Wage, which represents £214 per
week for a 40 hour week. This would in most cases include free food and a
bedroom.
See the UK Governments DTI website for full details www.dti.gov.uk
Q Where can I find accommodation in London?
If you are looking for cheap accommodation then try sharing a flat in the Capital.
Our website www.flat-sharer.com allows you to organise shared accommodation
with like-minded young people before you arrive in the UK.
Visit the site for full details.
Q What do I need for workwear?
Boys need dark smart trousers (not black jeans), a white shirt and a reasonable
pair of shoes. Girls need dark skirt (long or short, but not too short!!),
white shirt and reasonable shoes. Some hotels do provide a free uniform.
Q How long are the assignments for?
Most hotels need people for between 3 to 6 months depending on the time of
year. If you arrive in the UK at easter, hotels will be looking for a 6 month
commitment, however if you arrive in July then 3 months will be acceptable.
This is not set in stone and there are some hotels looking for shorter periods.
Q Where are all the jobs located?
Dee is asked to find employees for hotels all over the U.K from Devon and
Cornwall to the top of Scotland. We do not generally cover central London
as there are very few hotels in London giving a room with the job. We cover
Wales, and the Lake District of England is particularly busy.
Q Do I have to go for an interview?
In most cases the interview will be conducted on the phone. If all goes well
on the phone you will probably be offered a one week trial. It is very rare
for people to fail the trial period, but if you do not like the job you are
obviously free to leave.
Q Can I call Dee more than once?
You can call Dee every day until you find work. Dee receives in new job requests
every day, so there is always something new.
Q Can we apply as a couple or even a group of travellers?
However you travel there is normally somewhere to place you. Single travellers
are very easy to place. Couples sharing a room or two girls/two boys are
also in demand. Groups of more than three are a little harder but can normally
be placed in nearby hotels.
Q What about permanent employment?
For applicants with a valid EU passport (except Romania & Bulgaria) or the right to
work indefinitely in the UK, Dee also offers hotel employment in chefing
and supervisory positions, visit
www.hotel-jobs.co.uk. |
