The Department for Work and Pensions has provided an extensive guide on the support available for Ukrainains guests arriving in the UK, including information and guidance on National Insurance, Universal Credit, Child Disability Allowance, your rights at work, how to find a job, and CV and interview tips.
Guests are reminded that the stamp they received on entry into the UK provides evidence of their right to stay in the UK for the first 6 months only. They will need to extend their stay for up to the 3 years allowed under the Homes for Ukraine scheme. They will need to apply for a Biometric Residence Permit (BRP) as soon as possible.
If they do not do this, they will lose their right to live and work in the UK and any benefit payments they are receiving will stop.
Guests can apply for their Biometric Residence Permit here. 👇
BHT Sussex are a housing association that deliver support, specialist advice and guidance to people across Sussex. The aim of the Homes for Ukraine Sustainment Service is to support guest / host arrangements and relationships to continue for at least 6 months and longer whenever possible.
Guests referred to the service will be supported by a Floating Support Officer, with support aimed at preventing a breakdown in the arrangement.
Floating Support Officers will also support guests to access longer-term accommodation, health and community services and employment & educational opportunities to support guests to live independently when they leave the host accommodation.
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Current workshops and activities available include:
Free holiday activity places for children on Free School Meals and other vulnerable children and young people.
Parents can book places for children directly via the website here.
We will be delivering a workshop next week on funding for childcare that is open to guests and hosts to attend. The workshop will be delivered by Jane Spice – Early Years Funding Manager, East Sussex County Council.
If you are unable to attend this workshop and would like more information on how to apply for support with childcare, please click here.
The ESTAR Team have a number of exciting opportunities coming up in September to support guests into learning and work. These short courses can be an exciting way to be involved with the community, learn new skills and improve your conversational English. These courses include:
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Five-Week Cookery Course 🧑🍳
For those interested in working in the food and catering sector or just wish to cook great meals with a chef, this course will be based in Lewes but support with travel costs can be provided to attend this course. Food and refreshments included as well as all equipment. 📞 Please call 07766526217 to sign up or find out more information. 🗓️ Starting Thursday 8th September.
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Grow Your Future 🌱
Come and enjoy this horticulture course that is hosted in local parks and gardens in Eastbourne and Hastings. This course is a great way to enjoy the outdoors, learn something new and connect with nature. It includes a focus on well-being as well as a level 1 certificate in horticulture. Lunch and equipment included. 🔗 Sign up here
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Being Our Best Selves (BOBS) 🧘♀️
This is a four week course providing support for improving access to employment opportunities, self-confidence, mental health and well-being through creative activities. Based in St Leonards, lunch and all materials provided. 🔗 Sign up here
Are you looking for work? East Sussex County Council currently have a range of temporary jobs available which are managed by Adecco Recruitment who can offer roles within all sectors from Admin to Management roles.
To register your interest in temporary vacancies please click the link below and fill out the short application. A member of Adecco’s recruitment team will then be in touch to discuss relevant jobs with you.
A charity offer is available for each Ukrainian family to claim a free bookbox for young children. The box provides age appropriate reading materials, creative activities such as colouring books, paints and pencils, and a free tablet for learning.
To request your free book box for a child aged 5-9, email Krysta at eastsussex@augb.co.uk. A limited number are available.
Our team is working hard to respond to all enquiries sent through our Ukraine inbox. We would like to request that when contacting us or sending enquiries, please ensure you include the following information:
- guest(s) name(s) - host’s name - postcode of where guests are living
This will help us to identify your case in our systems and deal more efficiently with your enquiry. Thankyou from the ESCC team.
This newsletter is sent to every host (sponsor) in East Sussex who is part of Homes for Ukraine to keep you updated. You can unsubscribe at any time.
We expect to send you a further update next week. Until then, we'd like to wish you all an enjoyable weekend.
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