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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by Madeu(m): 4:55pm On Sep 25, 2023
Schoolhike:
Need advice for a friend.

She got a band 3 (mental health support) job from NHS and got another one as Administrative Officer with one government department both of the same salary.

Asking which offer a more progression.

Don’t consider sponsorship in advice.

I don’t also know what to advice, reason for posting here.

I will go for the bold.
Rationale: for a Nigerian that just came to the UK and will require extra hours to make more money, Mental health support would afford you that opportunity. You can even do bank work in another organization and the pay is more.
Some Trusts can sponsor a master's or even a Bachelor's In a related field. Most of us came here with less than a bachelor's. Therefore, progressing to band 6 is quicker since you have work experience.
NHS is keen on staff retention and doing everything possible to support staff career advancement.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by Osa0(m): 5:55pm On Sep 25, 2023
Been on house chase over a month now here in Dunstable,Luton to no avail. Am in search of a room and parlour or 2 bd budget of 1k monthly. All have seen is either my annual gross is low or Landlord gave somebody else.. a brother needs help . E dakun
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by ehizario2012: 5:55pm On Sep 25, 2023
Well said

koonbey:


Because those are some of the best communities you can find of people of similar backgrounds who are willing to help and likely have established procedures for supporting newcomers as they settle in.

Obviously for someone who is of another religion their applicable communities will suffice, and for someone of no religion, they don’t have to, but it has been my experience and that of all my friends of different faiths that religious communities offer the best opportunity to find your grounding and get information and support, especially in the early days. Simple things like someone to provide driving guidance, information on where to get things, or help with viewings, that one might find difficult as a newcomer no matter how highly paid simply because you don’t have those friendly personal relationships with people around, church/mosque would always volunteer to assist based on being part of the family.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by ehizario2012: 6:07pm On Sep 25, 2023
I don't know about mosques or Pentecostal churches, honestly. But if you a Catholic, find any one in your community (there'll always be a Catholic Church around) and thank me later. Got my first job from a link from a brother we attended mass together, another sister took my wife to where she'll get the cheapest things in town at least to enable us settle well. Glory to Jesus, Honor to Mary and Joseph. Catholic Churches are not business enterprises.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by Zahra29: 6:08pm On Sep 25, 2023
Osa0:
Been on house chase over a month now here in Dunstable,Luton to no avail. [b]Am in search of a room and parlour [/b]or 2 bd budget of 1k monthly. All have seen is either my annual gross is low or Landlord gave somebody else.. a brother needs help . E dakun

What does a room and parlour mean? A 1 bed apartment?
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by igbsam(m): 6:32pm On Sep 25, 2023
rinzylee:



Go to Cedarcrest Abuja. I worked there for 2 years and some of my Team members are still there. Save that travel money and get great care too. Make we dey believe naija too nah bikonu. My mum had her spine surgery multilevel decompression in Enugu sef. I didn't want her to go all the way to Abuja. We have great hands back home too.

I believe in naija. I even opted they try out igbobi lagos orthopedic hospital, but the wait time is long too. Reason why I'm seeking for alternatives. But this is just something I'm considering though and with these options you guys laid out. I'll have them do it in nigeria. Thanks
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by igbsam(m): 6:35pm On Sep 25, 2023
dustydee:

Yes it is expensive. Nigeria has good healthcare facilities but "na money kill am". It may be cheper than going abroad though, do the comparision.

Na money o my brother. It is well
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by Osa0(m): 6:36pm On Sep 25, 2023
Yes o
Zahra29:


What does a room and parlour mean? A 1 bed apartment?
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by igbsam(m): 6:40pm On Sep 25, 2023
rinzylee:



Go to Cedarcrest Abuja. I worked there for 2 years and some of my Team members are still there. Save that travel money and get great care too. Make we dey believe naija too nah bikonu. My mum had her spine surgery multilevel decompression in Enugu sef. I didn't want her to go all the way to Abuja. We have great hands back home too.

If i may ask, how much was spent for this surgery? Decompressive Laminectomy i think that's what its called. Same surgery my aunt was asked to do.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by taalas: 6:50pm On Sep 25, 2023
Elders pls help out here

I got an email from my employer this evening with subject'Potential sponsorship query'

please see below, regarding further information that is required for a potential sponsorship: Copy of visa, All pages of passport copies pls.

This is care worker role and I am currently in Nigeria and I had only been to UK in 2011 for studies.. This is 5months after holding a conditional offer and 1 month after sponsorship application. How do I respond urgently?




koonbey:


Frankly I don't really understand what he wrote. Was just adding my interpretation. Sorry, probably should have quoted the OP instead of you.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by gmacnoms(m): 7:07pm On Sep 25, 2023
Lexusgs430:



You and I, no dey fight again....... We don kiss and make up........ 🀣😘

I love to look after you........ Are you prepared for this........... πŸ˜œπŸ˜‚
That vacuum cleaner don pay for my sins. Thanks for this

I don even comot mind sef. Na is250 I Dey look to buy and from dealership. So that I fit know person neck to press if need be
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by gmacnoms(m): 7:08pm On Sep 25, 2023
Taal17:


Insurance would be high
Thanks. I have moved on from it. I appreciate the feedbacks
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by rinzylee(m): 7:55pm On Sep 25, 2023
igbsam:


If i may ask, how much was spent for this surgery? Decompressive Laminectomy i think that's what its called. Same surgery my aunt was asked to do.

Her's was Lumbar decompression though. It wasn't in Cedarcrest though. Spent about 1.5M
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by justwise(m): 8:46pm On Sep 25, 2023
Hkana:


Dependant

As you have experience in retail banking search for job in the same area for a start, gain more experience to enhance your CV.

Do you have at least a yr left on your visa?
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by justwise(m): 8:53pm On Sep 25, 2023
rinzylee:


Smh... this is very terrible of you sir.

Enjoy the moment!

Uncomfortable truth will always sound terrible.

You can deny it as much as you want, there is a reason why the bible say that the judgment will begins in the house of God.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by justwise(m): 8:57pm On Sep 25, 2023
Lexusgs430:



Unfortunately, they have extended this crime scene, to the UK ......

At least they have started to rebel...... Who remembers the funke visa saga ........ Slowly slowly, the charity commission and NCA, shall catch up with them ........πŸ˜œπŸ˜‚

I'm not aware of that saga
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by ehizario2012: 9:22pm On Sep 25, 2023
Hi great people, please help decide between a diesel and petrol car. I am looking at used 2006 Vauxhall astra, Ford fiesta etc as a first car in d UK. I am on a budget of Β£550.

Also, apart from Facebook marketplace, is there a UK equivalent of Jiji where I can meet direct owners willing to sell?

Thanks as always fam.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by Lexusgs430: 9:54pm On Sep 25, 2023

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by Lexusgs430: 9:55pm On Sep 25, 2023
ehizario2012:
Hi great people, please help decide between a diesel and petrol car. I am looking at used 2006 Vauxhall astra, Ford fiesta etc as a first car in d UK. I am on a budget of Β£550.

Also, apart from Facebook marketplace, is there a UK equivalent of Jiji where I can meet direct owners willing to sell?

Thanks as always fam.

Autotrader, Gumtree or eBay.......

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by Hkana: 10:02pm On Sep 25, 2023
justwise:


As you have experience in retail banking search for job in the same area for a start, gain more experience to enhance your CV.

Do you have at least a yr left on your visa?

I have almost a year of UK banking experience but most of such roles do not sponsor work visas.

No, roughly 9 months.
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by justwise(m): 10:02pm On Sep 25, 2023
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by igbsam(m): 10:04pm On Sep 25, 2023
rinzylee:


Her's was Lumbar decompression though. It wasn't in Cedarcrest though. Spent about 1.5M

Oh okay.... thanks
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by Osa0(m): 10:07pm On Sep 25, 2023
Hi, what qualifications and skill is required for this admin coordinator job sef
Strata1716:


It depends on what field she wants to go into, for example: I got an Admin coordinator job then project coordinator then project manager. This was how I progressed my career.

You should ask her what she plans to do
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by rinzylee(m): 10:08pm On Sep 25, 2023
justwise:


Uncomfortable truth will always sound terrible.

You can deny it as much as you want, there is a reason why the bible say that the judgment will begins in the house of God.

I don tell you say once you hear Church, your blood starts rushing πŸ˜‚

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by Treadway: 10:13pm On Sep 25, 2023
Na so
rinzylee:


I don tell you say once you hear Church, your blood starts rushing πŸ˜‚
you garrit! Homie was so riled up he deleted my post addressing this some mins ago. By Jupiter, I didn't know I had that much power over one...lol

Mark it, this will likely be deleted too in 3,2,1......lol
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by Susom(f): 10:18pm On Sep 25, 2023
Yes you can private without a referral.

The cost is case by case but ideally you should pay for consultation first.

You can try London Women's CLinic, they have branches outside London within the UK

Wanted to quote @Viruses

dustydee:

You can check some prices on the hospitals website then compare it to cost of travelling to Nigeria.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by LionInZion: 10:18pm On Sep 25, 2023
Lexusgs430:



https://www.change.org/p/theresa-may-mp-ban-funke-felix-adejumo-from-coming-to-the-uk-to-defraud-the-people-and-the-country

Oh, this charlatan that always asked for dollars haha. Na when I wan laugh I dey watch her videos. She and that Odumeje.

Tbh, how people are comfortable sitting under those people's messages is beyond me.

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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by Lexusgs430: 10:30pm On Sep 25, 2023
[quote author=justwise post=126020030]

Oh ok! Interesting... getting 10K signatures may be a tall order though[/quote

She cancelled that fundraising event.......πŸ˜πŸ˜‚
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by bigtt76(f): 10:45pm On Sep 25, 2023
🀭🀣🀣🀣... Yes 1 bedroom apartment (one bedroom and living room)



Zahra29:


What does a room and parlour mean? A 1 bed apartment?
Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by bigtt76(f): 10:53pm On Sep 25, 2023
Can you calm down and explain carefully what the embolden are all about?

One minute you are talking about employer wanting to sponsor you. Next minute you are in Nigeria and further again... You've only been in the UK 2011 for studies... Question is where are you and what is your employment status where you are πŸ€·πŸΏβ€β™€οΈ



taalas:
Elders pls help out here

I got an email from my employer this evening with subject'Potential sponsorship query'

please see below, regarding further information that is required for a potential sponsorship: Copy of visa, All pages of passport copies pls.

This is care worker role and I am currently in Nigeria and I had only been to UK in 2011 for studies.. This is 5months after holding a conditional offer and 1 month after sponsorship application . How do I respond urgently?




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Re: Living In The Uk-life Of An Immigrant (part 3) by ehizario2012: 2:00am On Sep 26, 2023
Many thanks. Please address the diesel or petrol question too Chief.

Lexusgs430:


Autotrader, Gumtree or eBay.......

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