New to the UK
Moving not just to a new job, but to a new country, can be a daunting undertaking, but we are glad to have you here!
International staff website
The International Staff website, developed specifically for the University sector, has helpful advice and resources on how to make a smooth transition to living and working in the UK higher education system.
Guide for staff new to Edinburgh
We have compiled a short guide of valuable information for staff from outside Scotland who are taking a post at the University of Edinburgh.
We hope this guide will provide a useful resource of information about living in the city. If you have moved here from overseas, hopefully it will help demystify aspects of living and working in the UK.
What does it cover?
The guide includes information on:
- moving to the UK
- finding somewhere to live
- getting around Edinburgh
- childcare and schools
- accessing healthcare
- financial matters such as bank accounts and paying tax
- living in and enjoying Edinburgh
- local faith communities and cultural resources.
This guide does not, however, replace seeking advice through formal channels where this may be required.
This article was published on Jun 17, 2011