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seunoj:
Wch university?
Uk or Naija

It's a uni in South Africa

Hi everyone,

Thank you so much to everyone who offered advice in December! Your help was invaluable in getting my Certificate of Sponsorship (COS) from my line manager in mid-January.

Moving forward, I have some questions about proof of English for my Skilled Worker Visa application as a software developer. While I've requested a letter of English proficiency from my university, I'm concerned about the turnaround time. Additionally, I haven't been able to find any upcoming IELTS UKVI test dates near me.

With that in mind, I have two questions:

1. Can I use the IELTS UKVI Academic test to meet the English language requirement for my Skilled Worker Visa application?
2. Are there any alternative English language tests accepted for Skilled Worker Visa applications that might have shorter waiting times for appointments?

Any insights or advice would be greatly appreciated!

florixi:
Dear people of God ,

Please,I need your input on how to contact the Home Office for an application within the UK on my situation.

I'm not sure if this will help, but I used the Employer Checking Service to prove my right to work while I was waiting for my visa last year.

The only catch is that your potential or current employer is the one who has to initiate the check. Here is the link: https://www.gov.uk/employee-immigration-employment-status

mizGene:
1. Speak with your line mgr and/or the HR. Let them know that you need to have a decision soon (this Nov) and a COS for application by Dec preferably. Your current employer is prob your path of least resistance for sponsorship especially if you have been delivering on the job.

2. Start searching for other employers ASAP, harder to achieve within the time line but not impossible.

3. Hubby should double efforts on his part as well.

Thank you very much. I will double down on your first point. Their hesitance stems from their lack of prior experience. I'm also actively searching for opportunities, but I haven't secured any interviews thus far."

Bourne007:
What about the graduate visa route which allows you to stay for 3 years?

I'm uncertain if he can switch back to a graduate visa because we're currently on Tier 2. He made this change last year when he secured a 1-year lecturing contract.

adefoluk:
No, there is Global Talent Visa for Research/Academia.

Hello, what can we do next if the endorsement wasn't successful? Does the appeal process usually yield positive result?

LORETA:
Good evening guys,
Please my dependant visa expires 15th january,while my wife has renewed her visa for 3 years till october 2026
Please which link can I use to apply to extend my dependant visa.
What proof of funds is needed for this.
Thanks

If your wife holds a skilled worker visa, you can find the majority of the information required to apply as their dependant on this page: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-partner-and-children.

Hello everyone,

I want to share an update on my journey in the UK. In 2022, I faced challenges finding a job after relocating to the UK. I appreciate all the advice I received from you all during that time. After careful consideration, I decided to transition from a career in biotechnology to one in Tech.

I chose to pursue software development and dedicated several months to studying it. In October of last year, I successfully landed a job as a developer at a local council. It is a hybrid role with highly flexible hours. I only need to be in the office once a week, which allows me to clock out at any time to handle nursery pickups or grocery shopping. The main drawback is the lack of opportunities for career advancement and the excessive bureaucracy when it comes to simple tasks, such as downloading software. Currently, I'm seeking further guidance and support.

Here's where I could use some help. I am in the UK on a dependent visa, and the visa is set to expire in January. Unfortunately, my husband, who has recently completed his PhD in chemical engineering, has been facing challenges in securing employment due to companies requiring prior experience. Endorsement wasn't approved for global talent.

I've reached out to my current employer to inquire about the possibility of them sponsoring my visa, and they have mentioned that they will explore this option. However, I'm uncertain about what steps to take next. Any suggestions or advice would be greatly appreciated.

daceo1:
Hello guys

Pls assist here. Does anyone have an idea of the NHS STP programme. Some one i know just got this. I need to know whats the next stage after this? Plsss assisttttttttttt

It means the person passed the SJT and moves onto the next stage.

Healhtyliving:
Has there been an update on this?

I received an update via email today. The update is on the dashboard on the right hand side. You can also click on the application summary to get more details.

Santa2:
@dhummystecah what I will say is keep searching for professional roles as much as possible despite rejections, one will click eventually. My spouse came in late december as my dependant( I am the student). She came with lots of experience across different areas it was hard settling for what role she should focus on.

Thank you so much. I won’t give up. I am currently busy with a coding bootcamp to upskill.

Healhtyliving:
Has there been an update on this?

Not yet. I checked their website this evening. They tweeted this yesterday: https://twitter.com/nshcs/status/1499002742349742084?s=21

jesmond3945:
yes I stay in Fenham too. Where in Fenham?

Hutchinson area

jesmond3945:
which part of Newcastle do you stay?

Fenham. Are you in Newcastle?

AnaCheks:
Good evening all. Please how's Student life in New Castle, are there jobs for both student and dependants? I need your opinions please, i'll appreciate. Northumbria Uni to be precise

It’s alright. I am dependant while husby is a student. There are loads of menial jobs (security, bar, care) but I am struggling to find professional job (lab tech jobs).

Great opportunities for people in Scotland that want to get into Tech:

1. Full Stack Developer @ SCQF level 7 - ELearning/Online Distance Learning: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/full-stack-developer-scqf-level-7-elearningonline-distance-learning-tickets-260084207867?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

2. CMS: WordPress - E Learning/Distance Learning Course. Funded by SAAS: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/cms-wordpress-e-learningdistance-learning-course-funded-by-saas-tickets-260065040537?aff=ebdssbdestsearch

Why Scotland people?
The courses are funded by SAAS part-time fee agency which is available to eligible individuals only:
SAAS General funding eligibility requirement:
1. You have to be a resident of Scotland
2. Either employed and earning less than 25k a year or can be unemployed as well
3. Have not used the SAAS funding in this Academic Year.

tshoboy:
Just left the High Commission. The process inside was okay. I didn't have to wait for more than 30-45mins for the whole process.
So, you should be out of there early if you fall under those that paid after 20 November and you attend on your appointment date.

Thanks for the detailed info. I wish this info was on their website. Hubby, baby and I travelled from Newcastle to London on appointment day. We were turned back at first. Then, we were told to get £120 postal order because we applied in September 2021. They couldn’t give me a tangible reason other than backlog. Their second option was to return after a week �. We had to pay and we got the passport the next week by post.

Healhtyliving:
Has there been response to applications?

I am also an applicant. The long list will be out week ending 4th March 2022. If one passes the SJT then there will be response to schedule interview.

mimilyrics:
Here is a lifetime opportunity for you. The NHS is offering to sponsor your masters and give you a job while you study - Sounds good? �

NHS Scientific training programme opened applications on 18th of Jan and will close 1st Feb 2022 at 4pm.

For more information check out the link below:

https://nshcs.hee.nhs.uk/programmes/stp/applicants/stp-specialisms/

https://nshcs.hee.nhs.uk/programmes/stp/applicants/

https://nshcs.hee.nhs.uk/programmes/stp/applicants/entry-requirements/

Good luck to the applicants. Here are links to the Situational Judgement Test (SJT) sample questions:

1. https://www.practice4me.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/01/Free-Situational-Judgment-Test-Practice.pdf
2. https://abe-prd-1.pvue2.com/st1/driver/startDelivery?sessionUUID=4d4b52a0-be69-4a90-a770-8e39f482ad8d

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sexybbstar:
I added it to the soap.

lye often discolor puree if added at trace. I often use puree as liquid to mix the lye and I haven't experienced discoloration yet.

sexybbstar:
it was one of the ingredients I saw online for the toning herbal soap.

Lemon juice is an acid and will neutralize some of your lye, but you won't know how much. Which is why most refrain from using lemon juice in soap.

Did you add carrot puree to soap at trace or as liquid to mix lye?

sexybbstar:
I didn't add any additives, just natural things like lemon, carrot, shea butter, vitamin e, coconut oil,... No chemicals at all

if I may ask, what is the reason for adding lemon to your soap?

sexybbstar:
I made toning herbal soap two days ago and it's very good. I like it. It foams very well but what I noticed is that, it was brown when I made it but now it's black. Though it's still very good but the colour has changed. What can be the cause?

That's great. sometimes some ingredients in soap morphe and later return to their final color after some days. What additives did you add to your soap?

12. Galaxy Cycle Swirl: involve seperating thin trace soap batters into 4 containers. Then adding color to each. Pour each colored soap into a large jug at the side one at a time. Finally, pour into the mould. Drizzle some on top on the soap for feather swirl texture.

funmisticqueen:
thanks ma i am interested

Here is a dimension for a custom made wooden soap mold. I will advise you to use removable screw instead of nails or glue so you can unscrew and easily remove soap after it has solidify.

It also make it easy to line your mold with baking paper before pouring the soap into the mold.

funmisticqueen:
why are you adding salt and sugar

Salt or sodium lactate is often used in soap making to help soap solidify more.

Sugar is used to boost lather of the soap.

sexybbstar:
Chai! All this mathematics in a diagram?all is well. I will concentrate on it. Let me save the pictures. You've been of great help ma'am. I'm very grateful.

LOL. It's an online soap making software that I love using. You can just follow the measurements in grams. Pleasure helping you out in my own little way

sexybbstar:
Thanks for the information. I'm grateful

I have no ingredients on ground for now. I want to make enough research before going fully into it. I'm planning on making samples next week. I'll upload it when I'm done.

Its nothing really. I just enjoy making skincare and sharing info.
Here is a recipe to get you started. Feel free to ask any questions

sexybbstar:
Thanks! I want to go into making of whitening african black soap, toning african black soap and skin glow african soap. I want to make it for commercial purpose. But I'm thinking pounding won't make it smooth like all this "alata samina" soap from Ghana. That was why I was thinking of using hot process so I can stir it into a smooth constituency.



Tell me about the activated charcoal soap. I'm interested. I've never heard about it before. Thanks so much!

You can try hot process for the black soap but I have not made it before so can't really help much on that area.

The activated charcoal soap is quite easy. You make the soap. Mix till thin trace. Put 1 tablespoonful of activated charcoal into a small bowl. Add 1 tablespoonful of oil (sunflower or olive) to it. Stir well with a fork or whisk. Stir that into the soap batter.
Pour into mold. Leave to set for at least 48 hours. Unmold. Leave to cure for 4 weeks or more.

What ingredients (oils, butter) do you currently have so I can help you formulate a recipe for the activated charcoal soap?

sexybbstar:
ma, can hot process be used for african black soap? What type of preservatives can be added to african black soap?

African black soap is actually made by hot process plus pounding. Its a way complicated soap. It is best to buy the bar one. Then you can use it to make liquid soap to use as face wash, shampoo and body wash. The pH of the soap is quite basic that it requires no preservative.

An alternative soap that is easy to make is Activated Charcoal Soap. You can make it via hot or cold process. Let me know and I can help with some recipes.