FINDING A JOB in the UK from SOUTH AFRICA 🇬🇧🇿🇦

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Are you a fellow South African with plans to move to the UK? One of the biggest parts of successfully completing your move is finding a job in the UK so that you can support yourself and settle into your new home. The sooner you can find your job the better so best to start looking while you are still in South Africa! In this video I share how I found a job in the UK from South Africa and my tips on what info to add to your CV, which platforms to use to look for a job in the UK and a few other helpful points.
💭 Got any questions about finding a job in the UK? Let me know in the comments and I'll see if I can help!
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  • @NeneShabangu
    @NeneShabangu Жыл бұрын

    You’ve just gained yourself a new follower. My family and I are considering moving to UK. We don’t know where to start so your videos will definitely be of assistance

  • @precious2280
    @precious22803 жыл бұрын

    Thank you so much for this. Very helpful. ❤🙏🏾

  • @QuirkyLivingSim

    @QuirkyLivingSim

    3 жыл бұрын

    So happy to hear that it was helpful! Thanks so much for watching and supporting my channel, I appreciate it a lot!!🤗😊

  • @ngmn5402
    @ngmn54023 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful information. Learning a lot from this channel.

  • @QuirkyLivingSim

    @QuirkyLivingSim

    3 жыл бұрын

    That’s so great to hear! Let me know if there’s anything specific you need more info on and I’ll try and help! Thanks so much for the support!🙌☺️

  • @pepper_what
    @pepper_what3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for all this information, so helpful.

  • @QuirkyLivingSim

    @QuirkyLivingSim

    3 жыл бұрын

    Glad to hear the video was useful! Thanks so much for watching!🤗☺️

  • @damiangoodman8004
    @damiangoodman8004 Жыл бұрын

    Finally some useful advice thank you

  • @oualidyahia2387
    @oualidyahia23872 жыл бұрын

    This is not useful at all, the whole point of getting a job offer is to sponsor a visa, you had a shortcut that most of us don't have

  • @Our-differences
    @Our-differences Жыл бұрын

    Hello!!! I’m a recent graduate in Logistics and I’m really struggling getting employment here in South Africa the unemployment rates are making life so difficult for us new graduates. I’m 25 years old and I need independence. I still stay with my mom and at this age one has to be grounded on something

  • @waseemabbas4297
    @waseemabbas42978 ай бұрын

    Subscribed!!

  • @k.vjojolozy4079
    @k.vjojolozy4079 Жыл бұрын

    Thank you!

  • @fatboy_yt9474
    @fatboy_yt947410 ай бұрын

    New subscriber🎉🎉

  • @user-vc6yd4vm1b
    @user-vc6yd4vm1b7 ай бұрын

    Thanks allot I'm honestly interested to relocate with my family to UK

  • @EmeliaNagel-ej2yx
    @EmeliaNagel-ej2yx Жыл бұрын

    Hi! Do you have any tips on getting in touch with the recruitment agencies in the UK?

  • @MissMotshabi
    @MissMotshabi2 жыл бұрын

    I'm really looking for work there.. I currently do not have the rights to work there. Iv been applying since last year. My preference is London, the south west of England . I am really hoping for a move

  • @Wonder7771
    @Wonder77712 жыл бұрын

    What degree/job do you currently have that allowed you in the uk? Just curious of an example that got someone in

  • @nomakayangangelizwe8245
    @nomakayangangelizwe82459 ай бұрын

    Hi Quirky. That was so informative. Im in SA. Which agencies do you recommend. Im a Math n Science PS teacher.

  • @simphiwempongwana2844
    @simphiwempongwana2844 Жыл бұрын

    Hi Sim, for the work visa application is your qualification supposed to be verified by SAQA ?

  • @immaculateshingange
    @immaculateshingange2 жыл бұрын

    Hey I’d like to ask how I can get an employment agency here in South Africa

  • @royalblood5611
    @royalblood56112 жыл бұрын

    Eish I'm gna die doing this move😔

  • @NenekaziS524
    @NenekaziS5243 жыл бұрын

    Very informative video 🔥. I can't find the link for the visa sponsored roles. Please assist, TIA 🙏

  • @QuirkyLivingSim

    @QuirkyLivingSim

    3 жыл бұрын

    So sorry about not adding the link! Here you go: www.gov.uk/government/publications/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupations/skilled-worker-visa-shortage-occupations. I hope this helps! 😊

  • @shaunmabuza2648
    @shaunmabuza2648 Жыл бұрын

    which recruitment agency did you use

  • @diegoxquintal
    @diegoxquintal Жыл бұрын

    Hi, do you have any information on applying for Apprenticeships in the UK as a foreigner? I’m from South Africa, Ive just finished high school and I’m looking to do some online courses and then head to the UK in search for an apprenticeship. Any advice?

  • @io_inc

    @io_inc

    Жыл бұрын

    Seems like there's so much of us talented people moving!!!

  • @mohammedyouz1004
    @mohammedyouz10042 жыл бұрын

    I want to travel to south Africa

  • @smangelemalema3360
    @smangelemalema33602 жыл бұрын

    Hey. What did you study?

  • @LondiSthembile
    @LondiSthembile Жыл бұрын

    How to get a job in overseas as a south African

  • @moneymakers8453
    @moneymakers84532 жыл бұрын

    Hey mam thank you for this informative content... I'm Sphelele Mncwabe from PMB, KZN South Africa.. I've just finished my S4 for electrical engineering (process Instrumentation) at MANGOSUTHU UNIVERSITY OF TECHNOLOGY.. and I'm looking for an inservice training there in the UK is it possible.. And please help me with the Step because I don't even own a VISA or a Passport

  • @welilemngomezulu2559
    @welilemngomezulu25593 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the information and tips. Is it normal for a recruitment agency to ask for a fee?

  • @QuirkyLivingSim

    @QuirkyLivingSim

    3 жыл бұрын

    Thank you for watching! ☺️ No, that is not normal and I would be very careful of companies/agencies that ask for money as ot could be a scam. The recruitment agency is paid by the companies that advertise with them so you shouldn’t be expected to pay anything. I hope that helps!

  • @welilemngomezulu2559

    @welilemngomezulu2559

    3 жыл бұрын

    Very helpful, I was also skeptical. Thanks a lot 🙏🙏🙏

  • @io_inc

    @io_inc

    Жыл бұрын

    @@welilemngomezulu2559 Which company was this???

  • @Easymoneyrizz
    @Easymoneyrizz3 жыл бұрын

    If you don't have a Visa, can you write on your CV that you don't have a visa and you require sponsorship?

  • @QuirkyLivingSim

    @QuirkyLivingSim

    3 жыл бұрын

    I would suggest focusing on applying for jobs that will offer sponsorships and then you can mention on your CV that you require a work visa. A good place to start, is to look at the occupation shortage list as these are jobs that they need resources for in the UK. Here's the list: www.gov.uk/guidance/immigration-rules/immigration-rules-appendix-shortage-occupation-list 😊

  • @hardusvanderwesthuizen2085
    @hardusvanderwesthuizen20852 жыл бұрын

    Hi , I am aswell from South Africa and I have been thinking of finding a job in the UK !! I graduated high school in 2020 , do you think it could be possible for me to find work in the UK ?? I have alot of experience in trucking and farming.

  • @AJT86

    @AJT86

    2 жыл бұрын

    For a skilled worker visa you’ll need to have up to a level education (which in South Africa equals to first year of university)

  • @BuhlebzNetwork
    @BuhlebzNetwork3 жыл бұрын

    This video is very helpful my niece need a job she just just graduated in Chemical engineering so she's still looking for a Job here in South Africa and the list of the visa sponsors job shows that she might have a good chance to be taken but sometimes we are scared of the scammers could you please give us the tips how can we find if the post is legitimate or not?

  • @QuirkyLivingSim

    @QuirkyLivingSim

    3 жыл бұрын

    Congratulations to your niece, that's great! My husband is also an engineer so I know that there are a lot of opportunities over here in that field! He mostly used CV Library to find job opportunities. I think a good place to start is to use the well-known job websites I mentioned because the ads will have to comply to certain policies so should be less of a risk. You can also Google the company or the recruitment agency that's mentioned in the ad and if nothing comes up I would definitely be suspicious. Also, if they ask you to pay any money, I would also not trust it at all.

  • @MissMotshabi
    @MissMotshabi Жыл бұрын

    Been looking for 2 years.. I'm close to giving up..

  • @renithabechan7262
    @renithabechan7262 Жыл бұрын

    Is there any agency that can help me get any job ????

  • @lesegomodiba8644
    @lesegomodiba8644 Жыл бұрын

    I have a diploma in safety management ,do i qualify,

  • @thandisimelane-6996
    @thandisimelane-6996 Жыл бұрын

    Hi I'm a South African professional nurse want so badly to go in UK can u plz help me how to go about it

  • @mahmoudmamdouh3613
    @mahmoudmamdouh36132 жыл бұрын

    I am experienced Physics teacher from Africa( Egypt) but i don't have visa access to UK...Do i have a chance in getting teaching job there! Thanks

  • @AJT86

    @AJT86

    2 жыл бұрын

    Yes there are special recruitment agencies that help people find jobs as teachers in uk. Just do an online search. You’re also a physics teacher which is on the shortage occupation list which helps a bit.

  • @renithabechan7262
    @renithabechan7262 Жыл бұрын

    HOW DO I FIND A LEGAL POST IN THE UK

  • @sthabilephewa4668

    @sthabilephewa4668

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi I’m looking for the same

  • @rotondwasithagu2210
    @rotondwasithagu22102 жыл бұрын

    Hello there would it be possible to get a job in the UK coming straight from university. I am studying Mathematical Statistics at the University of Pretoria and would like to be data scientist. Could I get a job straight from university

  • @QuirkyLivingSim

    @QuirkyLivingSim

    2 жыл бұрын

    I would recommend looking for graduate programs in the UK that are open to foreigners. Even if the program is just for a few months/a year, it could still be an opportunity to find a more permanent job while you are here. With that type of degree you could potentially get a skilled worker visa, it's just finding the right company that can sponsor you.

  • @klaasdemega4741
    @klaasdemega47412 жыл бұрын

    Thanks for the information, I've learned a lot. Does UK recognize South African degrees? For example, if you're applying for Accounting post, will they recognize your degree as eligible for a post ?

  • @faithyblue1993

    @faithyblue1993

    2 жыл бұрын

    Interested to know as well?

  • @QuirkyLivingSim

    @QuirkyLivingSim

    2 жыл бұрын

    Hey Klaas, there are a lot of things that have an impact on this - the type of degree, which institution the qualification is from etc. My bachelors degree from the University of Pretoria is recognized in the UK, but for something like Accounting you might have to complete an additional exam so that you are qualified in the UK as well. I know this is the case for lawyers but not 100% sure about accountants. For my visa, I also had to submit my degree to UK Naric to get a certificate that states that my degree is valid in the UK as well. This is the website if you want to have a look: www.ecctis.com/

  • @JS-cz7vz

    @JS-cz7vz

    2 жыл бұрын

    Get an Ecctis comparison done. It used to be called Uk Naric. It gives you the level your degree etc is on in the UK

  • @nishi8122

    @nishi8122

    2 жыл бұрын

    Depends if your qualified or not. Recently qualified as a CA, and they recognise you as qualified equivalent . If you get an offer with a big firm, you’ll be sponsored as well. Due to skill shortages

  • @mirafzemane4660
    @mirafzemane46602 жыл бұрын

    Hi my sister i have to go uk i need to your help please can you help me procece

  • @marcusreddy6296
    @marcusreddy62963 жыл бұрын

    helpful video please send me links for jobs I have an International degree and I have lived in United Kingdom for two years on a working holiday visa .

  • @AJT86

    @AJT86

    Жыл бұрын

    Why didn't you just ask your company to sponsor you?

  • @valentinemkudu1092
    @valentinemkudu1092 Жыл бұрын

    Hello please may you help me I am a Zimbabwean staying south africa I'm currently working in a restaurant but I would like to move to the UK and I'm looking forward for a sponsored visa any tips you can give me

  • @AJT86

    @AJT86

    Жыл бұрын

    Hi I’m sorry if you don’t have a degree you don’t really qualify. Your education level has to be at minimum of A-level, which is equal for the first year of university in South Africa.

  • @rhysbutcher8660
    @rhysbutcher86602 жыл бұрын

    Getting a sponsorship is almost impossible unless its a shortage job best route for anything is Ancestral Visa or your spousal visa anything else is almost impossible

  • @ca9968

    @ca9968

    2 жыл бұрын

    An ancestral visa is now R100 000.00 so that`s now pretty much impossible...

  • @rhysbutcher8660

    @rhysbutcher8660

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ca9968 Not impossible, And its R115000 all said and done. It takes time to save it but worth it.

  • @ca9968

    @ca9968

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@rhysbutcher8660 for some it is impossible...my best friends mom is a pensioner in SA living month to month, she qualifies but has no way to cough up 100k...and, as a South African living in the UK (8 years now) I can say that it used to be worth it but definitely isn`t anymore...out of the pan and into the fire here at the moment...the UK is about to collapse...i`d tell any Saffa to stay put...

  • @rhysbutcher8660

    @rhysbutcher8660

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@ca9968 Out of the pan and into the fire is far from reality. Unfortunately South Africa is not the same place as it once was even 8 years ago. My entire family was born in the Uk and still live their. My wife and I move to the UK in 25 days. As much as you think the UK is bad by comparison to the SA that sentence is a joke. The The uk has stood for Thousands of years. Despite what the Uk news might show. The country isnt going anywhere soon. People sit without jobs here for 4 years plus then take one that pays less than 200 pounds a month. Where as I have had over 40 jobs offers this week alone from the UK. So please My dude at this point understand that Hell would be better than this place as it stands

  • @ca9968

    @ca9968

    2 жыл бұрын

    @@rhysbutcher8660 Just wait and see...you`re about to feel that same sting over here...white people are being marginalized and discriminated against at every turn, the economy is on its knees, people are going days without a meal and cant afford to put their heating on, it`s be warm or be fed, the lines at the food banks are getting longer and longer every day, violent crime is off the scale in every city, all of the small towns are awash with drugs, mosques going up everywhere, the police are almost as incompetent as the SAPS unless you say something they don`t like on social media, then they are coming straight away, good work is extremely scarce unless you are willing to enter into a zero hour contract for basic minimum wage (Which is nowhere near enough to live off) the cost of food has pretty much doubled in the last 6 months, petrol is the highest it`s ever been...I can go on and on...this country is going to fall because that`s the way the politicians want it...it`s already been sold down the river...so, good luck with the move...

  • @khomotjoselona4137
    @khomotjoselona4137 Жыл бұрын

    I'm 40 years n I wondering if I stand a chance of getting a job in UK

  • @AJT86

    @AJT86

    Жыл бұрын

    If you have qualifications and good work experience, you would definitely have a chance.

  • @lilesaltar8212
    @lilesaltar82123 ай бұрын

    Please help me please

  • @mamikielabase5103
    @mamikielabase51032 күн бұрын

    Hi I'm graduate caregiver and I'm looking for job in UK I don't have visa I'm being trying since from last year can you please help I will really appreciate it

  • @Sarahsmal
    @Sarahsmal Жыл бұрын

    I have no qualifications behind me so I am struggling to get a job

  • @AJT86

    @AJT86

    Жыл бұрын

    I don’t think you have much of a chance, you’ll need at least a degree to move to the UK. Why else should anyone sponsor you? There’s plenty of unqualified workers in the UK. Your best bet is to then join the Royal Navy (in the UK). They allow commonwealth applicants.

  • @kidronreddy1671

    @kidronreddy1671

    Жыл бұрын

    @@AJT86 Hope You well,,what is the age limit for the Royal Marines.Thanks

  • @Millaxnicole
    @Millaxnicole3 жыл бұрын

    The guy on the thumbnail is trump what does he to do with England?

  • @ThisIsTerry2023

    @ThisIsTerry2023

    2 жыл бұрын

    That's a play on what trump used to say on his show The Apprentice

  • @romense777
    @romense7772 жыл бұрын

    Is the trump on the thumbnail supposed to be borris Johnson?

  • @nathanagnew8755
    @nathanagnew8755 Жыл бұрын

    Man this is not helping.

  • @himalayanmotoracademy2909
    @himalayanmotoracademy29095 ай бұрын

    Thank you madam. I am a nepali citizen but staying in Durban South Africa as a permanent citizen for 19 years. I am 68 yrs old, university graduate from india. I am a good Automatic car driver for 15 years honest lady with good English language. Can I get a job there?

  • @alanmuzwayine6728
    @alanmuzwayine6728 Жыл бұрын

    This was not really helpful

  • @mohammedyouz1004
    @mohammedyouz10042 жыл бұрын

    I want to travel to south Africa

  • @kapiraedo4775

    @kapiraedo4775

    Жыл бұрын

    Hie am from Malawi but now am working here in south africa ijust want to know how can I get a job in uk while I am here in South Africa am qualified Teachinician