HOSPITALITY COMBO PACK

$595 per person

GET JUMPSTART LONDON, UK PUB JOBS & UK WORK VISA COMBINED INTO ONE PACK!

Our Hospitality combo pack is a great choice for travellers who wish to experience London life as well as the english countryside. Our Jumpstart London programme, offers hospitality work, plus shared accommodation in London, giving you the opportunity to earn great money and having the flexibility to travel.

The UK Live-In Pub programme is a fantastic option when you wish to have little or no expenses with the security of a Live-In pub contract, so you can save for your next trip. Combine this with our Visa Guarantee and you can have peace of mind that your Working Holiday to the UK will run smoothly.

WHAT DO I GET?

1. VISA GUARANTEE

UK work visa guarantee

Money back guarantee

National insurance number

UK Bank Account

UK SIM Card

2. JUMPSTART LONDON

Job guarantee pre-departure

Travel flexible leases

Shared Housing Zones 1-4

Earn up to £15 an hour!

Employment training

3. UK LIVE-IN PUB JOB

Full time pub-job in the UK

Onsite accommodation £7 per day

All bills included

24 months UK support

Big discounts on meals

4. ARRIVAL PACK

Appointment in our London Office

City walking tour & pub crawl

Discounted hostel accommodation

Ongoing travel deals

UK arrivial guide

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Jumpstart London program explained...

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WHAT JOB CAN I GET IN LONDON?

Restaurant food runner £9.00 -£11

Restaurant bar back £9-£11

Restaurant host £9-£11

Restaurant food runner £9.00 -£11

Banqueting staff £8.00

Restaurant food runner £9.00 -£11

Hotel and bar kitchen porters £7.50

Event labouring £10 per hour

WHAT JOB CAN I GET WITH UK PUB PACK?

Kitchen hand

Busser

Bar tender

Dishwasher

Housekeeping

Waiter

WHAT HOUSING CAN I GET IN LONDON?

SHARED HOUSES ZONES 2-4

Single, twin & double rooms
East & West London & South West London

DORMITORY STYLED ROOMS ZONE 1

Single, twin, dorm 2-4 share
Central London

STUDIO STYLE APARTMENTS ZONE 2

En-suite singles, en-suite twins, and non-en-suite singles
Central London

WHAT HOUSING CAN I GET IN A LIVE-IN PUB JOB?

Cheapest rent in the UK – around £7GBP per day
Bills and basic amenities included (laundry, kitchen, fully furnished rooms, wifi)
No travel costs (the joys of living on-site!)
No expensive move-in bonds or deposits to pay
Single or twin-shared rooms (depending on availability)
Couples will have a double room to share; singles are typically paired with a roommate

PROGRAM AVAILABILITY AND START DATES

DISHOOM RESTAURANTS

Work all year round
Closed 3 days a year
5 spots a per week
40 hours per week
Min 4-6 month commitment
5 locations in London east and central and west

HOSPITALITY AGENCY WORK

Demand is lowest in the months August and April
Demands higher May, June, July
Demand is highest October – December
Avoid job start 3rd Jan – 10th Jan, last week August ( Traditional holiday periods)

UK LIVE- IN PUB JOB

Job may be started at any stage during the year
Minimum length of contract is usually 4 months

DO I QUALIFTY FOR A VISA

Between 18-31 years of age;
Eligible to apply for and receive a UK work visa (or a UK/EU Passport);
Enthusiastic and outgoing personality;
Fluent in conversational and written English;
No serious criminal or traffic offences.

WHAT ARE THE COSTS?

Hospitality Combo pack $1500
Tier 5 youth mobility visa (British high commission charges) £844

HOW DOES IT WORK?

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WHAT TRAINING WILL I GET

Introduction to Banqueting and Events Training

This is an unaccredited, in-house certificated beginners course designed for people wishing to start work in the Hospitality, Events and Restaurant industry. The main emphasis is on the development of key skills such as serving, clearing & understanding basic event styles. This course is also ideal for refreshing your knowledge.

Level 2 Health & Safety in the Workplace

Designed for learners wishing to gain a thorough understanding of health and safety. This higher level Health and Safety qualification is suitable for learners in management roles, or learners seeking further career development in the field of Health and Safety.

Starting Work in Hospitality

Starting a new job can be a nerve-racking day however this course will provide you with all you need to get things going.

Covered in this course:

how to prepare for your first day, what to wear, what your expectations and rights are, pay and deductions, holiday and break entitlement, employment contracts, timekeeping, maintaining a professional attitude and health and safety. Suitable for anyone starting their new or first job.

Introduction to the Food and Beverage Industry

This course is to learn the basic principles of licensing law, health and safety, food safety & personal hygiene, allergens, social awareness, equality and diversity to ensure your work is legally compliant and you have a basic understanding of what you need to start. Suitable for anyone starting work in the food and beverage industry.

Food Safety Level 2

This provides you with more fundamental knowledge of the good Food Safety Practise and food hygiene so that you can apply these skills and knowledge within your workplace. This includes further information on food safety, hazards associated with food safety, food poisoning & contamination and how to avoid it, temperatures, personal hygiene, allergies, pest control, premises, equipment, HACCP

(Hazard Analysis and Critical Control Point), cleaning and food safety legislation & requirements. Suitable for people starting work with food or looking to advance their knowledge on food safety.

Allergen Awareness

Every food handler has a duty and legal responsibility to ensure the food and drink they serve/sell is safe for the consumer. This is particularly important when serving regards to serving people with allergies or intolerances. The severity of allergic reactions varies from person to person with some only having mild reactions from contact but others can potentially find themselves in a life threatening position from just a trace amount.

This course offers you the chance to expand your knowledge on allergies, causes and how to prevent possible cross contamination. This knowledge will allow you to confidently inform consumers with detailed information on foods and beverages contain which allergens in line with the European Provision of Food Information to Consumers Regulation (2011) as well as the new EU legislation which came into effect in December 2014. Throughout this course you shall learn in detail about multiple allergens, reaction symptoms, labelling of products, identifying allergens in example dishes and the steps you can take to reduce the risks of contamination.

Suitable for food handlers of any level in all types of food establishments understanding basic event styles. This course is also ideal for refreshing your knowledge

WHAT TRAINING WILL I GET

Additional employment opportunities

Hospitality or Outdoor Crewing not for you?

Not to worry, we offer a range of different employment opportunities to set you up in your preferred or skilled role when arriving in London.

Jobs available;

Newly Qualified Teachers and Teachers Assistants
Live in Nanny / Au Pair
Retail & Sales
Administrative and Office based roles
Labouring and skilled Trades
Activity Instructors and Adventure Camp Guides
Live in pub jobs
Live in Carer roles
Festival Staff
Housekeeping
Sales

How much can I expect to earn in London?

In Australia and New Zealand we are quite fortunate to have a comparatively high national minimum wage.

What does this mean? You can get a bar job in Sydney with little, to no experience and easily be earning from $24-$34/hr.

So what is the National Minimum Wage in the United Kingdom?

18-20yrs old – £5.90/hr (approximately $10.50)
21-24 yrs old – £7.38 (approximately $13.15)
25+ – £7.83 (approximately $14.00)

Of course, some jobs and industries pay a little more than others.

How does my hourly rate compare with other jobs in London?

TWHC Hospitality and Events role – £7.50 for probation and then £8.50 – £9.20/hr
TWHC Outdoor Crewing role – £10 for probation and then £10.30 – £15/hr
London Industry averages (hourly rate):
Hospitality – £6.55
Labouring – £8.20
Admin / Office Temp – £6.37
Teaching Assistant – £8.12
Retail – £6.84
Housekeeping – £6.20

How often can I travel?

Through the Jumpstart London Program we encourage you to travel as much as possible and give you the freedom to do so as often as you like, year round. If you are planning on travelling to Europe or beyond, just give our UK Team as much notice as possible so we can assist you in booking shifts up until the day you leave, and from whenever you wish to return.

Seasonal trends and the best time to arrive in London

There are three seasons to look at when planning when to arrive in London. The period separating seasons are mainstream holiday periods; Christmas, Easter and Summer break. Therefore you will want to arrive in London at the end of a holiday period, hence the start of one of the following working seasons;

Mid-January to Mid-March (9 weeks between holiday break)
Mid-April to End-July (13 weeks between holiday break)
September to Mid-December (15 weeks between holiday break)

ACCOMMODATION IN LONDON

Seasonal trends and the best time to arrive in London

Mid-January to Mid-March (9 weeks between holiday break)
Mid-April to End-July (13 weeks between holiday break)
September to Mid-December (15 weeks between holiday break)

So what is the average price for a room in London?

Expect to pay at minimum £650 a month, excluding expenses, sharing a flat with 3-4 other people.

Extra expenses not included in rent. You will need to add the following monthly average expenses:

Council tax: about £35 per person
Water: about £8 / £10 per person
Electricity / gas: about £20 per person
Internet: about £15

Your total monthly, housing expenses will therefore be at least £750, depending on the number of people with whom you share the apartment.

Yes, London is not exactly cheap. In AUD that’s already $1,250 just for your housing!!! Take into account another £140 for your monthly travel card and £100-£250 for living expenses (food, toiletries etc.) and you start to realise the cost of living is a little more than Australia and New Zealand.

That is why we offer affordable accommodation with travel flexible leases for participants on the Jumpstart London Program.

About the accommodation

When you join the Jumpstart London program you will have the option of two accommodation styles;

a bed in a shared house in zones 2-4, or
a bed in student style accommodation in zone 1 (central London)

Shared houses zones 2-4

You will have the option of staying in a single, twin shared, or double room. Our houses are in zones 2,3 and 4 of east, west, and south-west london and are about 25-35 minutes commute from central london.
Weekly rentals start from:

£85 – £100 per week all bills included (shared room) great for friends, solo travellers, budget-conscious travellers, or simply those looking for a starting point in London.
£100 – £135 per week all bills included (single room)
£160-£185 per week all bills included (double) * great for couples
£200 deposit required to secure your accommodation pre-departure

Top reasons why this is a great set up

Travel rent free
Travel as often as you like
Cheap rent by sharing
No huge upfront costs
Meet great people
No long-term leases or lock it contracts
Not liable to covering rent of other rooms if house mates move out
No obligation to stay or pay rent if you move somewhere else or find another house to live in

Studio styled apartments zone 2

You will have the option of staying in en-suite singles, en-suite twins, and non en-suite singles. These rooms are based in Zone 2 and are self catered. You’ll have access to a communal kitchen, communal TV room and quiet study space as well free access to as an on-site gym.

Weekly rentals are:

£133 per week all bills included (Twin-share room with ensuite)
£186 per week all bills included (Single room with shared bathroom facilities)
£223 per week all bills included (Single room with ensuite)

Weekly rent here includes:

Free internet (for up to 7 devices per person)
Bedding
Contents Insurance
Cleaner – rooms and communal areas are serviced regularly
On-site gym access
£300 deposit required to secure your spot pre-departure

Top reasons why this is good

Travel rent free as often as you like
Walk to work and save on transports cost
No long commute
Free internet (for up to 7 devices per person!)
Safe and secure for first time travellers – CCTV and a night porter on duty throughout the night
Live with other cultures not just Aussie and Kiwis
Cheap rent in zone 2
No huge upfront costs
Meet great people
No long-term leases or lock in contracts
Not liable to covering rent of other rooms if house mates move out
No obligation to stay or pay rent if you move somewhere else or find another house to live in
Contents insurance for your personal belongings included
Lockable personal space
Lockable kitchen space in the shared kitchen facilities
Free on-site gym access
Live in the heart of London and get a real London experience

Dormitory styled accommodation zone 1

You will have the option of staying in a single, twin shared, or triple room. Our rooms are all in zone 1, in walking distances for work
Weekly rentals are;

£128 per week all bills included (3 per room)
£150 per week all bills included (2 per room)
£196 per week all bills included (single room)

Facilities and Inclusions;

2 meals provided per day (included in your rent)
free internet
bedding
contents insurance
bills
cleaning
gym
social events
pool tables & table tennis
xbox and games rooms
tv rooms
£200 deposit required to secure your accommodation pre departure

Top reasons why this is a great set up

Travel rent free
Volunteer for 20 hours a week and stay rent free plus get free meals
Walk to work and save on transports cost
Easy to get home at night
No long commute
Free food
Free internet
Safe and secure for first time travellers
Live with students and travellers from Spain, France, Germany, and all over Europe (as well as Aussies and Kiwis on the program)
Travel as often as you like
Cheap rent in zone 1
No huge upfront costs
No long-term leases or lock in contracts
Not liable to covering rent of other rooms if house mates move out
No obligation to stay or pay rent if you move somewhere else or find another house to live in
Contents insurance for your personal belongings included
Lockable personal space
Free gym
Live in the heart of London and get a real London experience before moving to the suburbs

Volunteering for your rent

Exclusive to our Zone 1 properties, you can apply for the opportunity to volunteer for 20 hours/week and get your rent and meals for free!

What type of volunteering will I be doing?

You will be assisting around the property in the following areas;

Reception / Admin
Catering / Kitchen hands
Housekeeping
Grounds work and gardening

Can I decide where i will live?

Our course! Our UK team have all lived in London before (some even in our houses!) and can tell you all about our properties and options, to help you make the best choice for you.

Pre-departure you will have the opportunity to decide if you want to start in our Zone 1 properties or Zones 2-4 shared houses. You will also have the opportunity to put down a preference for your room configuration.

On arrival in London you will be invited for Orientation where you will come into our Head Office and run through all the options for the available houses and rooms that week. In the following days you’ll then have the opportunity to go out and view all the properties and decided which one you’d like to move in to from there.

What costs are involved in my accommodation?

Just like any rental property, there are move in costs and ongoing rental payments associated. Through our Jumpstart London, we try to make it as cost effective and simple for you as possible.

Pre-departure

During the application process and when you decide on your housing options, you’ll also have the opportunity to choose which starting week you’ll be arriving in London. Following this, you’ll be required to pay a £200 accommodation holding deposit to confirm your booking. This is so that we know we have a tenant arriving on these dates, and you know we have a room set aside for you. The £200 will then go towards your bond for the property. When you eventually move out, you will be returned this, as long as everything is in the same condition you first moved in.

Move-in

You will be required to pay your first 2-4 weeks rent upfront, depending on your property type.

Ongoing

Rental payments will be payable either fortnightly or monthly, depending on your property type. 90% of our properties have all your bills included in the rent. If you move into a property where for example the water bill is separate, then the rental figure will be lower and reflective of this.

What are the lease terms?

At TWHC we understand that you want to make the most of your working holiday and go travelling as often as you can! That’s why we don’t believe in any long term lock in leases, as a rental agency would require you to sign a 6 month or 12 month minimum lease.

Our leases are travel flexible. Once you have moved into the property and paid your move in costs, your rent will be periodic and ongoing and you can live there indefinitely. At any point if you want to move out and go travelling, it will only ever be a 2 week or a 4 week notice period for you to move out.

If you are then returning back to London after your travel, we only ever need 21 days notice to get you back into a property.

THAT MEANS YOU CAN TRAVEL RENT FREE!!!

Can I book with my friend or partner?

Of course! We accommodate for singles, couples, or friends travelling together.

Can I leave the job and stay in my shared house?

Absolutely! On the Jumpstart London, the job and housing are independent of each other. That means if you find a job you prefer elsewhere, you can always take that and still be living in our housing.

JOBS IN LONDON

Additional employment opportunities

Speak with a Working Holiday Club Representative about other opportunities including: trades, teaching, admin, sales and more

Pre-departure job offer

You will have the option to work as an outdoor crewing or hospitality and catering; or both!

Music events & film stage crew

Location: London
What will I be doing: One day you will be unloading a truck outside a hotel, the next putting covering on a race course, the next helping the lights, sound, set departments set up for a concert or festival.
Type of events: Corporate events, television, theatre and festival business
Rate of Pay: £10.00 – £15.00 per hour
Shift length: 4 – 12 hours per shift
Grooming policy: No neck, face, or hand tattoos
Manual labour, some may find physically demanding

Hospitality & catering team

Location: London
What will I be doing: You will do a variety of jobs to ensure the event runs smoothly. You will be asked to help with bar and table service of food and beverages, event set-up and pack-down, cloakroom, after parties and more.
Type of events: Corporate, celebrity, weddings, television and more…
Rate of Pay: £7.50 for probation (first 8 shifts) then from £8.50 to £9.20 per hour, plus paid holidays
Shift length: 8 – 12 hours per shift
Grooming policy: No neck, face, or hand tattoos. No stretched ears or piercings that cannot be taken out. No dyed or unnatural coloured hair, or dreadlocks.

How does it work?

At the end of your first week and after you have set up all your paperwork with our team in London; you will attend your job induction.

Along with 10-15 other Aussies and Kiwis arriving on the Jumpstart you will be fully trained and learn everything there is to know about your new role, ready to start your first shift the following week.

During your first 3 weeks of employment you will have the opportunity to work a shift at each of our 17 different venues and hotel partners. We partner with top five star hotels in zone one of central London, being Bond Street, Regent, Picadilly Circus; such as the Savoy the Dorchester, the Ritz Carlton and many more. You will be working high end events such as London Fashion Week, Movie Premiers, Product Launches, Extravagant Weddings, and many more Corporate Functions.

After this period you will have an opportunity to choose your 5 preferred Hotels and from here on out we will allocate you shifts at only these venues.

Please be aware, that we have a great working relationship with these hotels and have been in partnership since 2004. They will not tolerate tardiness such as turning up to work late, hungover or drunk, and you must present yourself clean and well-kept for every shift. We understand that you are in a new city and may get lost once but they will strictly operate to a three strike policy whereby; the first time round you will get a stern warning, second time round pay will be deducted, and third time round you will no longer be offered employment.

How often can I travel?

THE UK LIVE-IN PUB JOB

How much does the pub job pay?

Full time hours (average 38-48 per week)
Work available 365 days a year – no blackout periods
Gross earnings between £250-325GBP per week
Excellent tips on top of your wages – £25-75GBP per week
Two days off each week

How does the accommodation work?

All our UK pub jobs include on-site accommodation with minimal board/rental fees, so you get to relax and enjoy the UK instead of spending all your time trying to find an affordable place to stay. You’ll be living and working alongside a great group of like-minded travellers and making new friends in a fun, social job. You also get to keep a bigger chunk of your wage instead of forking out on high living costs. Joining our live-in UK pub program means there’s no high rent fees, no bond to pay, and no commute costs to and from work.

Cheapest rent in the UK – around £7GBP per day
Bills and basic amenities included (laundry, kitchen, fully furnished rooms, wifi)
No travel costs (the joys of living on-site!)
No expensive move-in bonds or deposits to pay
Single or twin-shared rooms (depending on availability)
Couples will have a double room to share; singles are typically paired with a roommate

How am I guaranteed a position pre-departure

Easy, we will set you up with a pre-departure Skype interview with our Pub team, who are based in the UK. Youwill 100% have a full-time job contract in your hand, before you even book your flights.

Unlike some agencies we do not take applications and THEN search for suitable working holiday placements. We already have a portfolio of live-in pub roles to fill in the UK. There are no sneaky surprises like being stranded in the UK without a job. It simply doesn’t happen with The Working Holiday Club ™… Ever!

Terms & Conditions / Refund policy

Once you’ve secured employment and commenced work at your pub, The Working Holiday Club™ will not interfere with the employment relationship. We are a facilitator of the employment relationship.

We are, however, always there for you should you have any questions down the track, are interested in a second employment opportunity after the season, or simply want some advice.

Can I go with a friend or partner?

Yes, you can. We understand moving to the other side of the world can be a little daunting, and we strive to ensure we give you and your friends/partners the best possible opportunity of working together. That is why, in your application, you can note who you will be travelling with.

If you are flexible with your job options, we are confident we will be able to place you and your friend or partner together.

ARRIVAL AND SUPPORT

What happens when I first get to London?

As part of the program you get discounted accommodation at a central London hostel. If need be we can also arrange an airport transfer for you at a small extra cost.

We know you’ll be coming off a long flight so we always have Orientation on a Tuesday afternoon, to give everyone a little more time to adjust their body clocks. If you’re feeling up to it then you’re welcome to come into the office and set up your free SIM card with us.

During orientation we will then run through all the available property listings and discuss the details for your job induction. In the following days you will then get the opportunity to go out and see the houses and rooms and decide which one you want to move into from there.

Once you have a new address we’ll then set up an appointment for you to come back into the office and set up your UK Bank Account and applying for your National Insurance Number (tax).

After you’ve got all that out the way we’ll set time for you to attend your job induction and start shifts in your new role!

It sounds like a busy week but don’t worry, we’ll make sure to leave time to take you on a city walking tour, and of course have a night out on the famous Camden pub crawl!

Is a TWHC representative in London when I arrive?

Of course! Our London Team are in the Office from Monday – Friday, 9am-5pm and will be happy to see you when you come in.
If you are arriving outside these hours, we will make sure to give you our 24hr line for any emergencies or general concerns.

How will I meet new people?

At any one time in London, we have over 100 TWHC applicants living in our houses and working at our jobs. You’ll be moving in with Aussies, Kiwi, and Canadian travellers and rubbing shoulders with them every day at work. Along with this we run weekly social events and invite everyone through our closed Facebook group.

Even more we’ll be throwing you some travel discounts and ideas to get you over to Europe with your new mates!

Will there be anyone to help me if I get stuck?

Always. Our London team know what it’s like to be in a new city for the first time. For the full duration of your Work Visa we’ll be available by call, text, email, or of course to walk into the office at any time and have a chat.

TIER 5 YOUTH MOBILITY VISA

How does the Visa Guarantee work?

Our licensed visa migration agents will call you to go through the steps of the application process and answer any questions you may have. They will be available throughout your entire application to assist you step by step.
The process starts with filling out our online visa questionnaire.
We will provide you with the correct format to gather your supporting documents which can be uploaded to our online system (this can be done on your smartphone as well).
We will help coordinate your Visa start dates, around your departure, travel and arrival dates.
We will review your schedule to ensure you are booking flights and organised tours to align correctly with your visa start date.
Once you’ve completed our visa questionaire we will book your biometric appointment with you. This appointment is required by law to submit a copy of your finger prints and is part of the application process.
Before you attend your biometrics appointment, you’ll need to pay the Immigration Healthcare Surcharge and the Visa Application Fee to the British High Commission.
Your passport will then be sent away for processing along with your visa application – do not plan to travel during the application process.
You will receive your passport back within approximately 4-6 weeks with your visa application approved!
Once you arrive in the UK you will need to pick up your Biometric Recidence Permit (BRP card) for your visa. When you get your passport back you will also receive a letter advising you of where (and when) to collect this.
We will book you in for an arrival services appointment with our London Office to set up your UK SIM card, UK Bank Account and assist in applying for your National Insurance Number (see more details about this below).

Eligibility

A current Australian, New Zealand, or Canadian Passport Holder
(British or EU Passport holders will not need this visa as their citizenship already grants them full working rights in the UK.) Ask us if you may be eligible for this.
Ages 18-31
No Criminal Convictions for the past 12 months (includes DUI)
No children in your care at the present time
Be able to show £1890 in savings at the time of application (approximately $3,400AUD)
Be able to attend an appointment at the British Embassy in your closest capital city

Visa information

The Tier 5 Youth Mobility Visa allows you to work in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland for a 2 year duration from the date you enter the United Kingdom.

You are permitted to leave and re-enter the UK any number of times within this period.

Processing times for the Visa can vary from 4-6 weeks so you will need to leave sufficient time to apply before your intend travel dates. We recommend you leave at minimum 2 months. There is a fast-track service however the British High Commission charges an additional fee for this.

Once your Visa is granted, your passport will be returned to you with an entry clearance stamp for a 30 day duration, from the date you have chosen in your application. You will then be required to enter the UK within this period and pick up what is called your Biometrics Residency Permit.

How much does the visa cost?

Your Visa Fees are payable to the British High Commission.

Immigration Healthcare Surcharge (IHS) – £600
Visa Application Fee – £225.
Applications from Brisbane, Canberra or Perth, will incur an additional fee of $105AUD to book your biometrics appointment.
If you choose to have your passport couriered then this will cost $24AUD. You can however opt to pick this up from your appointment location centre.

These fees are non-refundable if your application is unsuccessful. In 2017 over 40% of first time applicants were rejected because of simple omissions and commonly made mistakes. Because the Visa application is entirely computer processed, applications can be rejected for errors as small as an incorrect date on a bank statement.

This is why we recommend using our visa service and taking the stress away. Our professional licensed migration agents will help you every step of the way to ensure your application is approved first time around.

100% first time approval guaranteed, or you will receive a full refund.

LETS TALK MONEY

What am I paying for?

Simple. The security of knowing that you have literally every facet of your working holiday organised pre-departure by the market leaders who will ensure you have an authentic, life changing, UK working holiday experience.

We will do this by providing:

A guaranteed full time job placement in a position that permits you to travel whenever you like and as often as you please
Shared housing with travel flexible leases so you aren’t locked in to any long term commitments, and you don’t have to pay a cent while off travelling Europe and beyond
Ongoing Placements for 24 months so you’ll always have a job and housing to come back to in London
In-Country Orientation in our London Office (NIN/Tax, Bank Account, SIM)
Access to our Social Network of like-minded, travellers living in London
Work away experiences with free meals and accommodation in Europe and beyond
Support from our London Office throughout the entire length of your stay

Our UK Team have all lived and worked in London themselves and can tell you that the rumours about the high cost of living are in some parts true. However, this is not something to get discouraged over, if you travel smart and prepared. We will be there every step of the way to assist you in this new transition and make sure you have the right opportunities available to you, without having to go through all your savings to get there.

What Happens if I am not offered a position?

We will do this by providing:

A guaranteed full time job placement in a position that permits you to travel whenever you like and as often as you please
Shared housing with travel flexible leases so you aren’t locked in to any long term commitments, and you don’t have to pay a cent while off travelling Europe and beyond
Ongoing Placements for 24 months so you’ll always have a job and housing to come back to in London
In-Country Orientation in our London Office (NIN/Tax, Bank Account, SIM)
Access to our Social Network of like-minded, travellers living in London
Work away experiences with free meals and accommodation in Europe and beyond
Support from our London Office throughout the entire length of your stay

Before you pay any money at all towards your program fees our UK team will give you a consultation call to run through your eligibility for the job and the visa. In this call we will prequalify you for the job so you know that when it comes time to pay your program deposit, we will have already ensured we have a guaranteed job offer for you pre-departure.

The reason we are able to do so is that our main London positions are entry level jobs with no minimum experience required. On arrival in London you will attend an induction and information day and then complete a paid probationary period of 8 shifts of on the job training.

What Happens if I can no longer travel?

We will do this by providing:

A guaranteed full time job placement in a position that permits you to travel whenever you like and as often as you please
Shared housing with travel flexible leases so you aren’t locked in to any long term commitments, and you don’t have to pay a cent while off travelling Europe and beyond
Ongoing Placements for 24 months so you’ll always have a job and housing to come back to in London
In-Country Orientation in our London Office (NIN/Tax, Bank Account, SIM)
Access to our Social Network of like-minded, travellers living in London
Work away experiences with free meals and accommodation in Europe and beyond
Support from our London Office throughout the entire length of your stay

We understand that circumstances can change and sometimes the unexpected can occur. As a result, should you no longer be eligible to travel due to health reasons or say a serious family emergency occurred (death in the family), we will happily leave a full credit on file for you to use within 5 years.

We also offer cancellation policy travel insurance to cover the amount of your program.

LETS TALK MONEY

Can I Just do It myself?

If you have the confidence, skills, work experience, and industry research then you probably can. The question you should really be asking is; Can I do it myself at a cheaper cost?

Firstly, if you can find a job anywhere in the world in under 3 weeks, then you’re doing extremely well. Let’s say best case scenario you are able to do so when you get to London. You start work a week later, then a fortnight after this you receive your first pay cheque.

That’s already 6 weeks in London you will be paying all your living expenses, straight out of your savings!
Hostel accommodation alone for 3 weeks of this time, will already cost you $900-$1200.
Then you have to find yourself suitable housing, find a bank who will let you open an account, and then apply for your National Insurance Number…

You start to realise quite quickly that the program fees will save you more than just time and convenience.
The Jumpstart London will having you working and renting within your first week and a half in London!

Placement guarantees

Through our extensive partnerships with reputable employers across London, we can offer you a job guarantee service. Before you pay any money at all towards your program fees our UK team will give you a consultation call to run through your eligibility for the job and the visa. In this call we will prequalify you for the job so you know that when it comes time to pay your program deposit, we will have already ensured we have a guaranteed job offer for you pre-departure.

Our partners provide us with the exact number of positions to fill each month. We will never overbook, which is why our program does sell out in advance.
Our partners provide you with your formal job contracts, hr documents, start dates, rates of pay and the position you were accepted for months before your departure date. Unlike our competitors in the industry, we do not take applications and then proceed to find suitable employment – we already have the job you’re looking for. If you’re looking elsewhere, ask them if they if they can guaranteed you a job contract, before you leave home and if so, how?

Flight centre reference

“This email is to acknowledge that flight centre travel group and the working holiday club have been working together for over five years. During this time we’ve found TWHC to be a solid, ethical, and completely above-board organization, and furthermore have a strong business relationship with. We strongly value the partnership between our two organizations and rely heavily on TWHC to provide our customers with an honest, and seamless customer experience. Our relationship extends to all retail brands within the flight centre travel group, including but not limited to Flight Centre, Student Flights, Escape Travel and my Adventure Store.”

Phil Handcock
Supplier Relations Manager,
Flight Centre Travel Group

Program reviews and testimonials

When you’re looking for the best gap year programs, check out the reviews online, but also ask the organization for the contact info of alumni’s that you can talk to.

Visit our Facebook page for real reviews from past and present program applicants

You can also visit Student Flights or Flight Centre and ask the travel agents about their experiences with us, some of whom have even been on our Canada or UK Programs!

We have over 7000 travel agents who have been working with us since 2010.

We understand that not absolutely every traveller will be suited to our programs, which is why we offer complete transparency and honesty in everything we do. Write a list of questions for your consultation call with us and we’d be happy to answer any concerns, that will help you decide if this is the right fit for your working holiday.

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Application Process

PRE PLACEMENT - COST: £0

Interested in moving to the UK for a working holiday or gap year? Have loads of questions about what, where, when, how to do stuff? We get it, our team are one click for a free no obligation chat! Ask away! You are welcome to ask for advice on Moving to the UK Financial obligations and costs Checking your passport’s ok Working visa qualification & time frames Best time to arrive Best jobs by month of arrival Best jobs by travel bucket list Best jobs by hourly rate Advice - on renting in the UK and rates Compare pro and cons all job options Compare cost of living with pro and cons Overview of wages in UK wide Basic must-haves to get working What you need for a UK bank account What’s the process getting NI numbers Must know info for biometric cards Why do working holiday programs exit Who are they good for How does actually help your situation Free flow email with helpful links and guides Right from the start of your experience we want you to make sure you know what to expect and make sure it's really clear the costs and process involved what you are getting. There are no surprises or hidden fees along the way and we'll keep you updated with what you need to do next.

REGISTER ONLINE - COST: £0

All you need to do to get going is tell us a few basic details about yourself, what your after and estimated travel dated It's free to register and apply

APPLICATION FEE £299 & APPLICATION INSURANCE COVER

When you’ve completed enough of your application, a notification will appear to tell you that it’s time to sort out your interview! If for any reason you are unsuccessful at this stage you will be refunded in full. As soon as you have paid you to deposit we activate your Application Insurance Cover.

WORK EXPERIENCE & SKILLS ASSESSMENT (PAYMENT INSTALMENT)

About You Personal Details Work History Education History Job Application Background Checks Location & job references Skills Assessment Customer Service Physical Management Retail Safety Hospitality

APPLICATION CIRCULATION (PAYMENT INSTALMENT)

It’s time for our office to process your application! This includes; verifying your references, approving your police check and getting your application ready to present to your preferred option!

INTERVIEW & PLACEMENT (FINAL PAYMENT)

Attend your Skype interview and land your perfect job! If you are unlucky and get rejected, we will place you in another role. It is important to remember that a working holiday placement is meant to support and fund your travels. It is not a recruitment or career development program. With that in the mind, our objective is to ensure you are placed in an appropriate job which allows for frequent travel. It is also your responsibility to remain flexible in the type of work we are able to secure.

UK WORK VISA APPLICATION

Apply for your UK work visa and police check certificate. Once approved, confirm you arrival dates and book airport transfers if required

ARRIVAL WEEK

Day 1: Arriving in London – touchdown! Head straight to your hostel to check-in, drop your luggage, catch up on some sleep… or, head out to explore London Day 2: Orientation – During orientation, our UK program coordinator will help you get all of your essentials set up (i.e., bank account, NI number, phone sim card) Day 3 & 4: Settle in – you will need these days to finalise everything in London (get over the jet lag, set up your bank account, get your NI number and pick up your Biometrics Residence Permit).You will finish off the week with our free walking tour of London, as well as an epic trip on Central London’s biggest pub crawl in Leicester Square Day 5: You will settle into your Shared House and receive training for your new job. Alternatively if you are starting with the Pub Job, you will head off to your location after picking up your Biometrics Residence Permit.