• Job guarantee.
  • Long/short term flexible, affordable shared accommodation.
  • There is no minimum or maximum time to work - work is flexible to meet any travel needs.
  • Travel through the UK & Europe and return to a job and accommodation for your 24 months.
  • Earn up to an average of £300/week.
Work Exchange UK

FAQs & Resources

Frequently Asked Questions

Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  What is included in the fee?

The fee covers enrolment on the program, the placement, arrival/landing program, monitoring and support throughout the placement.

Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  What is the average working week?

An average working week can range from 30 hours to 50 hours.

Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  What happens after sending the program application, photo and fees, resume/CV?

We will check all the details. If all is OK,

  • You will complete our program partners registration and job application form 
  • You will complete a telephone interview with a UK consultant before arriving in the UK
  • We will confirm placement once you arrive in the UK.
Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  What is the Minimum Wage?

On average most people will earn £6.70  per hour.

  • Where overtime is available (over 40 hours per week), the company will advise you of the standard rate.
  • You may receive tips depending on the nature of your job; these may range from £5.00 to £30.00 a day.
  • Salaries are paid weekly, fortnightly or monthly into your English bank account.
Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  Do I have to make National Insurance Contributions?

Everyone working in the UK makes National Insurance Contributions and are deducted from your gross pay (approx. 12%). These contributions entitle you to free medical attention in the National Health Service and statutory sick pay. Once you return to Australia you can lodge a claim to get this back.

Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  Do I pay tax?

Everyone working in the UK has to pay tax. You will receive full details of this during your arrival orientation. You are eligible to lodge a tax return each year.

Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  Can I claim back any paid taxes upon my leaving the UK? If so, how?

Yes! Your employer will be able to provide details of your local tax office. Please call them and explain that you intend to leave the UK and would like to make an income tax claim. Alternatively, you can use the services from the link provided.

Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  Can I work with friends?

Yes, we can help you work together.

Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  When will I know where I will be working?

You will receive a confirmation for the job we are able to offer you before you depart.

Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  Where will I be placed?

You will work in our London jobs.

Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  Will my employer provide me with a doctor during my stay?

No! You should register with a doctor as soon as you can. To register you will need to provide a residence address and proof of that address. Normally you will be asked to provide utility bills as proof, but a letter of appointment from the NI will often do.

Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  What if I am not happy with my accommodation?

You can contact the office and request to see another house and we will provide a new house, you will not lose your deposit and you will not pay a relocation admin fee.

Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  What happens if I’m not happy with my placement?

You can talk to the resource team and we will place you in a new role ASAP.

Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  How do I get from the airport to my accommodation?

You will take the tube. It is very straight forward and we will provide all the instructions and telephone numbers for you to call, if you arrive outside of working hours we can book you into a hostel .

Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  How do I travel to my employer once I arrive in the UK?

Using the London underground. You will most likely be living with people travelling to the same job. We only have jobs in London which are easy to get to using the underground system.

Click here to expand contentClick here to collapse content  What clothes will I need for my placement?

You will be informed of this when you get your job. Don’t worry about that for now. When you get to London we will show you where to get what you require. Often we will provide the uniform for you, depending on the Job. If you are in an office, you will be required to wear office attire.