H283 Posted March 20, 2015 Share Posted March 20, 2015 Moving back to the UK in July I have decided to base myself in Bournemouth. I have signed up to a few job sites as obviously I want to find a job as soon as possible when I get back. I also intend to find a house share to begin with. But, do I get the job first, then find accomodation after that, Or, do I find somewhere to live, even if I dont have a job yet? It is unlikely that I will have a car, so will be based about an hour away with limited public transport and very limited use of a car (thanks mum!) Obviously livning there will make the job hunt easier but it is hard to know where to base myself when I dont know where I will be working. Thoughts? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chortlepuss Posted March 22, 2015 Share Posted March 22, 2015 I think you need to sort out something temporary (airB&B?) first - Can you stay at your mums? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacaranda Posted March 22, 2015 Share Posted March 22, 2015 If you can't stay with family or friends,and you don't have the money to pay say 6 mths up front,I would probably consider the job option first.I've moved all over the UK,and never had any problem finding work,so in that regard you hopefully won't either.Can you try and line up a job before you leave Oz?Via Skype,or maybe someone you know might be able to offer you something?Join some agencies.I recently quit my full time NHS job,and haven't been out of work yet! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted March 22, 2015 Share Posted March 22, 2015 You might find it hard to get accommodation without a job, also are you certain you will find work in Bournmouth? I would keep things flexible until you're sure where you are working and what you can afford. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
grahamffc Posted March 22, 2015 Share Posted March 22, 2015 I would try to get a short term rental (ie up to two months), bournemouth has a large student population so that might mean there is a good availability of rooms until September when most will come back. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jacaranda Posted March 22, 2015 Share Posted March 22, 2015 There's always "The Lady"magazine.At the back of the mag there is a positions vacant section.You agree to work for someone (usually includes free accomo)and in return you do housework/gardening/childminding or whatever they require.Wage included.Good for temp measures and it would give you time to find something of your own. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H283 Posted March 23, 2015 Author Share Posted March 23, 2015 Its tricky, because obviously the job hunt would be so much easier if everything is on the doorstep. I would be happy to stay at a BnB for a week or two, but what if I dont find a job in this time? I can live at my mums, but that is over an hour away and my transport would be limited. Also, if I put my address as here, would that cause employers to overlook my resume? I am certain that this is where I want to be based. I am happy to take a less qualified job for a short time as long as it allows mt to be in the area. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
H283 Posted March 25, 2015 Author Share Posted March 25, 2015 Someone suggested that if the Uni students are on holidays there mgiht be the opportunity to rent a room short term in the halls of residence. Does anyone have any experience of this? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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