Seasonal work

If you are looking to work in the UK on a temporary basis, specifically for seasonal work, there are several options available depending on your circumstances and nationality. Here are some examples:

1. Seasonal Worker Visa: This is a new visa introduced in December 2020, which allows non-EEA nationals to come to the UK for up to six months to work in the horticulture sector. The visa is open to workers aged 18 or over, who have a job offer from a licensed sponsor and meet other eligibility requirements.

2. Tier 5 Youth Mobility Scheme Visa: This visa is available for young people aged 18-30 from certain countries, including Australia, Canada, Japan, New Zealand, Monaco, Hong Kong, South Korea, and Taiwan. The visa allows them to work in the UK for up to two years and includes the option to do seasonal work.

3. Student Visa: If you are a student enrolled in a UK educational institution, you may be allowed to work part-time during term time and full-time during vacations, including seasonal work.

4. Ancestry Visa: If you have a grandparent who was born in the UK, you may be eligible for an Ancestry Visa, which allows you to work in the UK without restrictions, including seasonal work.

5. EU Settlement Scheme: If you are an EU citizen who arrived in the UK before December 31, 2020, you may be eligible to apply for settled or pre-settled status under the EU Settlement Scheme. This allows you to work in the UK without restrictions, including seasonal work.

These are just some examples of the visas available for seasonal work in the UK. It's important to check the eligibility criteria and requirements for each visa carefully before applying.

Seasonal employment is ideal for people who want to earn extra money. Many teenagers and college students work seasonally during the summer and school breaks, while adults with part-time employment work seasonally to augment their income. In this article, we explain what seasonal work is, how to get a seasonal job and tips for success.

What is seasonal work?

Seasonal work is temporary employment that recurs around the same time every year. Businesses that primarily have more customers during specific seasons hire seasonal employees for extra help during their busiest times. Other seasonal jobs require warm or cold weather, so companies shut down in the slow season.

Requirements for Candidates

• Age over 18
• Good health and physical condition
• Ready to live in a community
• Emotional stability
• Ability to endure hard physical activity

UK Seasonal work program Work description

• • Minimum of 39 hours per week, additional hours will be available but not guaranteed and no more than 60 hours per week.
  • The work is carried out both in enclosed areas, greenhouses and in open fields.
  • The number of working hours depends on the weather conditions.
  • Most of the work is paid on the basis of piece pay.
  • Minimum 11 hours of rest between working days and 1 day off per week, paid leave

Wage

• Paid weekly.
• The minimum wage, per hour:
  England, Wales and Northern Ireland (depending on age):
  – £9.50 for over 23s,
  – £9.18 for 21-22 years old
  – £6.83 for 18-20 years old
  Scotland: £ 9.50.
• Seasonal agricultural worker pay is £10.10.
• Overtime hours may be available but not guaranteed.
• Piecework wages cannot be lower than the minimum wage and allow you to earn more.

Acomodation:

• Accommodation in well-maintained cottages or caravans.
• Television, kitchen, shower and toilet – in a caravan or in the territory.
• It is possible to share with friends.
• The number of participants on one farm – from several people to several hundred.
• The maximum rent is £60.90 per week/ £8.70 per day.
• The food at your own expense.

Taxes

• With wages standard withheld:
  • income tax of 20%
  • National Insurance (National Insurance) of 12% on any income exceeding £190.01
  • per week.
• If the annual income is less than £12,570, the taxes withheld may be refunded at the end of the working period.

Dear applicants, 

Be informed that filling out the questionnaire does not guarantee you a work placement. Due to a large number of applicants, we are doing our best to respond to all requests, however, it might not always be possible. Our phone number is reserved for emergencies only, so please refrain from calling, as this will not help you receive a placement faster.