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УКРАЇНСЬКА ПІДТРИМКА ЗАЙНЯТОСТІ

The Employment Opportunities in Edinburgh video below gives a brief overview of employment and training opportunities in Edinburgh. It can help you find support and services as quickly and easily as possible.

If you are Ukrainian and need advice or support to move into work, there are three options:

ACCOMMODATION/ADVICE/BENEFITS/UNIVERSAL CREDIT

The Advice Shop, 249 High Street, Edinburgh, EH1 1YJ
0131 200 2360
Daily drop in
More information is available at The City of Edinburgh council information for Ukrainians

WELLBEING, SOCIAL AND CULTURAL SUPPORT

Ukrainian Community Centre (AUGB), 14 Royal Terrace, Edinburgh, EH7 5AB
Check their Facebook page for the latest information: www.facebook.com/AUGBEdinburgh

EMPLOYABILITY SUPPORT

If you are Ukrainian, Start Scotland can help you get ready for work and find a job
08000497061 or info@startscotland.scot
More information on employability support can be found at www.joinedupforjobs.org/ukrainian-support/ukrainian-job-seeker-support

OTHER USEFUL INFORMATION:

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP)

One of the first things you must do after arriving in Edinburgh is register with the Department of Work and Pensions (DWP). They will ensure that you are receiving the financial support you are entitled to and can also help support you with moving into employment.

It is essential that you register as it generates your National Insurance (NI) number You will need to give an employer to sustain long-term work.

The Universal Credit helpline number is: Telephone: 0800 328 5644, Textphone: 0800 328 1344
Relay UK (if you cannot hear or speak on the phone): 18001 then 0800 328 5644
British Sign Language (BSL) video relay service
More information about Universal Credit is available online: www.understandinguniversalcredit.gov.uk/support-for-those-fleeing-the-conflict-in-ukraine

The City of Edinburgh Council

Information on support for people from Ukraine including the 'super-sponsor scheme', contact details for the Ukraine Consulate and other support services: Supporting Ukraine and its people – The City of Edinburgh Council

Immediate/emergency support from the Council

If you are calling from the airport, rail station or bus station for advice on accommodation and other support, or need to contact the Council in an emergency, telephone 0131 200 2306