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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by iyatrustee(f): 4:21pm On Sep 01, 2021
I have naira to change to pounds pls. Anyone interested?

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by wallg123: 5:29pm On Sep 01, 2021
Bluetherapy:

Won't you be picking extra shifts during this shortage period tongue.
How then does one get the experience?
The best route for you should be through college. Most colleges gives you the work experience alongside theory . After which you’ll do some exams and then go back to complete your portfolio (installing not less than 5 boilers). Once portfolio is complete you submit and go back to college to do the exams (practical demonstration) ….
Hope you have driving licence?

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Oggg: 6:03pm On Sep 01, 2021
iyatrustee:
I have naira to change to pounds pls. Anyone interested?
i sent u a mail
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Bluetherapy: 8:14pm On Sep 01, 2021
wallg123:

The best route for you should be through college. Most colleges gives you the work experience alongside theory . After which you’ll do some exams and then go back to complete your portfolio (installing not less than 5 boilers). Once portfolio is complete you submit and go back to college to do the exams (practical demonstration) ….
Hope you have driving licence?
That's nice then. Actually I'm just getting the information for later, maybe for someone else or me grin
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by AirBay: 8:25pm On Sep 01, 2021
iyatrustee:
I have naira to change to pounds pls. Anyone interested?


Send me a pls
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Bronzedigger(m): 2:03am On Sep 02, 2021
wallg123:

The best route for you should be through college. Most colleges gives you the work experience alongside theory . After which you’ll do some exams and then go back to complete your portfolio (installing not less than 5 boilers). Once portfolio is complete you submit and go back to college to do the exams (practical demonstration) ….
Hope you have driving licence?
so there will be need for drivers license because the job involves moving around right?
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by d33types: 7:25am On Sep 02, 2021
Mimzyy:
International license (which is valid for one year) is required if the person wants to drive on arrival to the Uk. The normal naija license is not allowed/recognised.


Interesting!!

My naija license expired few days ago but my intentional driving permit it still active.
Do you think I can use it? @ deept
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by olaness: 7:31am On Sep 02, 2021
Hello house and our ancients, I'm happy to inform that me and my family are now in the abroad.
Thank you for all your assistance, advice, suggestions, directions, responses etc.

I'm open to any more directions you may have for me like how to get a UK SIM while still in quarantine. ( I tried to purchase for Smarty but the payment would go through even with Dollar card). And etc.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Lexusgs430: 8:31am On Sep 02, 2021
olaness:
Hello house and our ancients, I'm happy to inform that me and my family are now in the abroad.
Thank you for all your assistance, advice, suggestions, directions, responses etc.

I'm open to any more directions you may have for me like how to get a UK SIM while still in quarantine. ( I tried to purchase for Smarty but the payment would go through even with Dollar card). And etc.


If your device is esim enabled, download one........

If nano sim, get someone to pick up from any shop or order online.......
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by TheGuyFromHR: 8:33am On Sep 02, 2021
d33types:


Interesting!!

My naija license expired few days ago but my intentional driving permit it still active.
Do you think I can use it? @ deept

I should think an IDP is dependent on the validity of the underlying driving licence.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by TheGuyFromHR: 8:35am On Sep 02, 2021
olaness:
Hello house and our ancients, I'm happy to inform that me and my family are now in the abroad.
Thank you for all your assistance, advice, suggestions, directions, responses etc.

I'm open to any more directions you may have for me like how to get a UK SIM while still in quarantine. ( I tried to purchase for Smarty but the payment would go through even with Dollar card). And etc.

Sign up for Amazon Prime free delivery, use your naira card, and you can get one delivered to you tonight. The particular telco doesn't matter, you can always port when you decide which you prefer.
If you have a student email address, Prime is "free".
(Of course nothing is absolutely free, payment is taken in other ways)
The telcos take a couple of days to process free sim cards and send them out in the post.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by izyblaze(f): 10:41am On Sep 02, 2021
Good morning everyone. I think this is the best place to ask this question. Is it possible to live in Dartford, and attend University of Hertfordshire? Because I’ve free accommodation in dartford, and was hoping to stay there to save cost for at least my first 3 months. I checked the distance online, and it’s about 2hrs 33mins by train. How feasible is this? And what’s the estimate I’ll spend on transportation in a month.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Lexusgs430: 10:54am On Sep 02, 2021
izyblaze:
Good morning everyone. I think this is the best place to ask this question. Is it possible to live in Dartford, and attend University of Hertfordshire? Because I’ve free accommodation in dartford, and was hoping to stay there to save cost for at least my first 3 months. I checked the distance online, and it’s about 2hrs 33mins by train. How feasible is this? And what’s the estimate I’ll spend on transportation in a month.


It would eventually get laborious and very tiring, leading to lack of motivation.....

https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/dartford-to-hatfield-herts

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by LagosismyHome(f): 3:11pm On Sep 02, 2021
izyblaze:
Good morning everyone. I think this is the best place to ask this question. Is it possible to live in Dartford, and attend University of Hertfordshire? Because I’ve free accommodation in dartford, and was hoping to stay there to save cost for at least my first 3 months. I checked the distance online, and it’s about 2hrs 33mins by train. How feasible is this? And what’s the estimate I’ll spend on transportation in a month.

Its very far ooo for daily commute. This has not factored in train delays

But if it still virtual learning then possible
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Odenigbo25(m): 3:15pm On Sep 02, 2021
Please is it possible to get tier 2 visa “HEALTH CARE ASSISTANCE WORK VISA” . The person applying is currently on tier 4 student visa (in second semester of masters program) . The employer is ready to sponsor the person , kindly advise
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by justwise(m): 3:26pm On Sep 02, 2021
Odenigbo25:
Please is it possible to get tier 2 visa “HEALTH CARE ASSISTANCE WORK VISA” . The person applying is currently on tier 4 student visa (in second semester of masters program) . The employer is ready to sponsor the person , kindly advise

Tell that person to graduate first and use PSW to apply. You can't switch even before you graduate

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by izyblaze(f): 4:00pm On Sep 02, 2021
Thank you very much. I’ve only seen one week of my class schedule for now, hoping to see the rest by tomorrow so I can plan my journey well

Lexusgs430:



It would eventually get laborious and very tiring, leading to lack of motivation.....

https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/dartford-to-hatfield-herts
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by izyblaze(f): 4:00pm On Sep 02, 2021
Thank you!

LagosismyHome:


Its very far ooo for daily commute. This has not factored in train delays

But if it still virtual learning then possible
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by izyblaze(f): 4:12pm On Sep 02, 2021
I just checked the link now, this price stated here, is it valid for the whole of that day? Or only one trip, and I’ll need to buy another one when going back to dartford? Can I use Oyster card?

Lexusgs430:



It would eventually get laborious and very tiring, leading to lack of motivation.....

https://www.thetrainline.com/train-times/dartford-to-hatfield-herts

Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by justwise(m): 4:33pm On Sep 02, 2021
izyblaze:
I just checked the link now, this price stated here, is it valid for the whole of that day? Or only one trip, and I’ll need to buy another one when going back to dartford? Can I use Oyster card?


One way trip.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by izyblaze(f): 4:37pm On Sep 02, 2021
Oh wow cheesy let me start looking for accommodation in Hatfield then. So glad I asked! Thank you

justwise:


One way trip.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by fatima04: 6:16pm On Sep 02, 2021
justwise:


Tell that person to graduate first and use PSW to apply. You can't switch even before you graduate

Thought you can switch once you have completed your academics and gotten a job offer from a sponsored employer.

E.g, Student A completed studies etc in September and can now work full time till visa expires in January, however he landed an HCA job willing to sponsor and is way cheaper for a family of 4 than PSW, won't this be possible?
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Bourne007(m): 6:26pm On Sep 02, 2021
Definitely possible


fatima04:


Thought you can switch once you have completed your academics and gotten a job offer from a sponsored employer.

E.g, Student A completed studies etc in September and can now work full time till visa expires in January, however he landed an HCA job willing to sponsor and is way cheaper for a family of 4 than PSW, won't this be possible?

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by fatima04: 6:27pm On Sep 02, 2021
Meanwhile my baby is now in school oo, I think we are more excited than the child sef. After relocating as a baby, I struggled with childcare, combining fulltime work with nursery runs etc we are now free from Nursery charges grin grin. Although we are porting to Morning and afternoon club cost but its a relief from full time childcare cost.

I learnt a lot on this thread on things to search for when choosing schools, curriculum, school area and neighbourhood etc, so thank you to everyone sharing your ideas.

Now to start researching gradually for grammar schools since most people said better to start early preparation.

The new thing I discovered during my research aside OFSTED rating is a new comparative tool that shows the schools performance in English,Maths and Reading and comparing to Local and England averages. Basically, some schools can be outstanding but have just average performance in those KS1 and KS2 area. So for anyone prepping for next year or midyear application check the below link for more information and also feel free to disturb the Local Authority for information as well. I called severally oo to know my chances in my school preference.


https://www.compare-school-performance.service.gov.uk/find-a-school-in-england

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by fatima04: 6:27pm On Sep 02, 2021
Bourne007:
Definitely possible



Thanks, was afraid that I had missed something grin
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by justwise(m): 6:44pm On Sep 02, 2021
Odenigbo25:
Please is it possible to get tier 2 visa “HEALTH CARE ASSISTANCE WORK VISA” . The person applying is currently on tier 4 student visa (in second semester of masters program) . The employer is ready to sponsor the person , kindly advise


fatima04:


Thought you can switch once you have completed your academics and gotten a job offer from a sponsored employer.

E.g, Student A completed studies etc in September and can now work full time till visa expires in January, however he landed an HCA job willing to sponsor and is way cheaper for a family of 4 than PSW, won't this be possible?

justwise:


Tell that person to graduate first and use PSW to apply. You can't switch even before you graduate
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Goddys(m): 8:47pm On Sep 02, 2021
Rubyventures:
Even electricians there are some that don't like to get their hands dirty, so they just concentrate on issuing electrical certificates . They don't even spend up to 20mins on the job and issue a certificate of £175, depending on the size of the property. The same with some plumbers the corgi registered ones. Someone else does the job and they issue a gas certificate. In the UK its illegal to place a tenant in a property without this things. You also have the ones that issue the EPC certificates.

There is a lot of money to be made in these professions and there is a skill shortage. Employers are paid to take on apprentices for theses trades.

Please is it possible for someone on tier4 to become an apprentice for plumbing work?
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Mamatukwas: 8:48pm On Sep 02, 2021
AirBay:
Where's @Mamatukwas
I need naira o undecided

Pele jare. I dey oh. Hope you’ve been sorted.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by mrcodebreaker: 9:17pm On Sep 02, 2021
izyblaze:
Good morning everyone. I think this is the best place to ask this question. Is it possible to live in Dartford, and attend University of Hertfordshire? Because I’ve free accommodation in dartford, and was hoping to stay there to save cost for at least my first 3 months. I checked the distance online, and it’s about 2hrs 33mins by train. How feasible is this? And what’s the estimate I’ll spend on transportation in a month.

With covid now not a lot of classes are in person. Yes staying in dartford is not so bad. You can then get a house maybe in december when prices are cheaper cos for now students are rushing it all and agents are not willing to compromise. Just reason how many in person classes you have and make your decision.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Alkidam(m): 9:28pm On Sep 02, 2021
Good evening house. I am just printed the National insurance form from the UK government website, there is copy which is the second copy that shows that a SHARE CODE should be inserted. Kindly assist with this as I am a JJC.

Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by izyblaze(f): 9:55pm On Sep 02, 2021
Thank you. I’m waiting for my full time table to be out tomorrow, so I can make my decision.

mrcodebreaker:


With covid now not a lot of classes are in person. Yes staying in dartford is not so bad. You can then get a house maybe in december when prices are cheaper cos for now students are rushing it all and agents are not willing to compromise. Just reason how many in person classes you have and make your decision.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 2) by Bourne007(m): 10:15pm On Sep 02, 2021
If you know your BRP number, just follow the instructions, select BRP, enter the number and share code

You can also use https://right-to-work.service.gov.uk/prove/id-question to share code

Alkidam:
Good evening house. I am just printed the National insurance form from the UK government website, there is copy which is the second copy that shows that a SHARE CODE should be inserted. Kindly assist with this as I am a JJC.

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