Job Aid for New Residents

We provide personalised employment support to people new to the UK.  You may have recently arrived from Ukraine or Afghanistan to rebuild your life here, or a migrant from another country on a Skilled Worker or Family Visa. The service is free of charge. 

How we help

Settling in a new country can be a daunting experience. We will help you to find your way around, learn how things work, and find suitable work placements.  

  • We will assign a mentor who will learn about your interests, skills and capabilities and help you to plan your future.
  • We will guide you to develop your skills and get any certification that may be needed
  • We will find suitable jobs through our network of mentors and volunteers.
  • We will help you communicate better, improve your English, learn British terms, write good applications and excel at interviews to get the job. . 

Who we help

We believe finding meaningful work that you enjoy can give you a new perspective even in the most trying times. Our service is open to anyone new to the UK.  

  • You need to be currently unemployed and have a right to work in the UK. 
  • You can be a manual worker or a skilled professional 
  • You have many years of work experience in your own country or have never worked before
  • You are currently living in Slough or the wider East Berkshire area

How to get in touch

Please fill out the form on this page or send an e-mail to contact@vivaslough.org, and one of our staff members will get in touch.

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