Everything you need to know about National Insurance (NINO) Last updated 01/01/2022 by Sarah Categories: Resources, Arrival Formalities, Employment Reading this article may not change your life for the better but it will certainly help you understand the purpose of National Insurance and why you need a National Insurance Number (NINO) to work in the UK! Read more
How to prove your immigration status to an employer Last updated 26/07/2021 by Sarah Categories: Resources, Arrival Formalities, Employment Do you need a share code for your NI application or has your employer asked you for one? Here is a step by step guide to help you generate one. Read more
How to choose the right live-in pub job Last updated 10/11/2020 by Sarah Categories: Resources, Employment If the idea of a live-in pub job, that can be arranged before you arrive in the UK appeals to you, then you are not alone. One of the most popular and manageable ways to move to the UK, especially if you're on a budget. But don't jump into this without reading this article first! Read more
Moving to the UK: Top 10 Tips on How to Find a Job Quickly Last updated 19/09/2019 by Sarah Categories: Resources, Know Before You Go, Employment If you are moving to London or elsewhere in the UK and want to start work fast, then this article will be a great place to start. Finding a job in the UK can take time, so here are our top 10 tips to help you fast-track your job hunt. Read more
What is a recruitment agency and should I use one? Last updated 24/02/2022 by Sarah Categories: Resources, Employment If you are looking for a job in the UK then you might be surprised to learn that most of the job roles here in the UK are filled by recruitment agencies. If you've never used one or want to know more about using one, then this article is for you... Read more
Moving to the UK and working as a Nanny Last updated 03/09/2019 by Sarah Categories: Resources, Employment Working as a live-in nanny can be a great introduction to the UK. Asides from being a hugely rewarding role, you will have accommodation and employment lined up before your feet even touch British soil. Read more
Everything You Need to Know About BritBound's 'The Live-In Pub Job One' Package Last updated 02/02/2020 by Sarah Categories: Resources, Employment Aside from being perhaps the most British job you could do, it is also a fantastic way to have a pre-arranged job and accommodation! So get a head start with the job hunt and get it all sorted before you even leave home! Read more
How to Open a UK Bank Account: Everything You Need to Know! Last updated 21/08/2019 by Sarah Categories: Resources, Arrival Formalities, Employment It’s never been easy to open up a UK bank account but why is it so hard? Find out more about your different options for opening an account and get answers to all your FAQ's. Read more
Employment Assistance for Career Professionals Last updated 14/08/2019 by Sarah Categories: Resources, Employment If you are an experienced career professional looking for assistance in an industry not covered by our Job Starter packages, then worry not! BritBound can still assist you and help you find the right job role for your skill set. Read more
Moving to the UK and Working as a Teaching Assistant Last updated 25/09/2019 by Sarah Categories: Resources, Employment If you are interested in working in a school, either primary or secondary but don’t have the qualifications or experience to be a teacher then being a teaching assistant could be a great option for you. This article has been written by Mrs M Milne (Retired Teacher - Deputy Head) Read more
Electronic App-Based Banking - Everything You Need to Know Last updated 19/08/2019 by Sarah Categories: Resources, Arrival Formalities, Employment Monzo, Monese, Revolut, who and what are these new alternatives to traditional banks? And more importantly can you trust them with your money? Read more
Moving to the UK and becoming a teacher Last updated 19/06/2019 by Sarah Categories: Resources, Employment Moving to the UK and interested in becoming a teacher? Learn about the different types of schools, the National Curriculum and how to apply for QTS, as well as where to look for UK teaching jobs. By Monica Milne Read more
Brexit and Employment in the UK Last updated 15/06/2019 by Sarah Categories: Resources, Employment After the result of the Brexit referendum was announced, BritBound has been receiving a lot of questions about employment in the UK and if jobs are readily available. Read more
