Great Britain

The largest part of the British Isles is under rule of The United Kingdom of Great Britain. The UK is made up of England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, the latter having a special political status. Most EHA partner hotels are in the South-East of England, closely followed by the South-West and West Midlands. Other regions include Yorkshire and the North-West, East Midlands, Wales and Scotland. We can try to accommodate regional preferences, but we cannot give a guarantee for any specific region or city.

Health insurance

All UK employees, regardless of their nationality, are employed on the NHS from their first day of work, so health insurance is covered. However, for certain Working Holiday agreements (i.e. Tier 5 Youth Mobility Scheme), NHS services are limited. We advise you to take out a special insurance policy that is suited to the program and includes insurance for medical care, accidental injury, and liability. This will cost you € 66,00 a month, but it is optional.

Wages

The National Minimum Wage in the UK is £6.08 gross per hour for workers aged 21 and over. The minimum wage for workers aged 18 – 20 is £4.98. Most hotels use this figure as a starting rate, though some few hotels will pay £6.50 or even £7.50 per hour. If your employer provides accommodation, then a certain amount will be deducted for this. Wages vary depending on which hotel you work at. You will be given more detailed information on this subject when you receive a job offer.

Average gross pay per month:

£1050.00

Average net pay per month after deductions for accommodation:

£900.00

Best time to start the program

Any time of year!

Preferred duration of job placement

12 months