 In the coming weeks, East Sussex County Council will introduce a programme to support Ukrainian guests into work and training. When they feel ready to do so, Ukrainians expressing an intention to settle locally and a desire to enter the job market will be supported into work.
Training and support across job sectors as well as careers advice from qualified guidance officers will also be available. In addition to this, a small budget to help with childcare to help parents to access the course will be made available amongst other support.
We will update you on this employment support offer when there is more information and when guests can start applying.
Universal Credit is a monthly payment to help with living costs. Claimants may be able to get it if they're on a low income or out of work. Ukrainian guests are encouraged to apply for Universal Credit whilst they look for work in the UK.
The government have provided detailed information around Universal Credit to help those looking to claim.
 Working cash in hand work can be dangerous for people, especially those that are vulnerable, who do not understand the employment system or may be perceived by unscrupulous employers as desperate. Those that accept cash in hand work run the risk of being paid below the legal amount, being victims of modern slavery and have little protection regarding employment rights and health and safety protection.
All workers in full time, part time, temporary or casual work have a legal obligation to pay Tax and National Insurance. Employers are required by law to make the deductions from the employee’s pay and pay this to the government on their behalf. Not to do so is considered 'PAYE fraud' and Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs are becoming increasingly vigilant in this.
Employees who accept cash in hand payments risk losing employment rights such as Statutory Maternity Pay and Statutory Sick Pay and could be called upon to pay the back-dated Tax and National Insurance Contributions.
This could also have an impact upon your immigration status in the UK. Your ability to remain as a refugee, future possibilities of applying for indefinite leave to remain or even citizenship, if convicted of fraud, would be negatively impacted.
To protect Ukrainian guests from these types of fraud they should speak with either the Job Centre or with local organisations that support refugees into work.
 Across East Sussex, local groups and organisations are providing activities and support to assist Ukrainian guests in getting to know their new community.
For more information on the community-based activities and support in your area, guests can contact one of the following organisations:
If you are in Hastings Borough, email Hastings Voluntary Action -
📩 ukraine@hastingsvoluntaryaction.org.uk
If you are in Rother District, email Rother Voluntary Action -
📩 ukrainesupport@rva.uk.com
If you are in either Lewes District, Wealden District, or Eastbourne Borough, email 3VA 📩 ukraine@3va.org.uk
East Sussex County Council has created a Facebook group for Ukrainians in East Sussex. This group allows us to communicate important and useful updates directly to your guest(s). 📲
These updates include everything from community events, to job opportunities, language courses, offers and more.
If they haven't already done so, they can join our group here. ⬇️
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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