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Linda, Australian Teacher
Hi Linda, how many years experience do you have teaching in Australia?
I was a fairly new teacher so I had about 1 years experience before coming to the UK.
What made you want to teach in the UK?
I guess I wanted to travel.
Did you need a Visa? If so, what Visa are you on? How hard was it to get?
I have a Dual Nationality, so there was no problem at all for me.
When you arrived did you have friends/family to stay with?
I had family here.
How have you found teaching in London? Good points?
Yeh, it’s good. I enjoy it. It’s real easy to get around, I mean public transport is real easy here.
What things should teachers be aware of when planning to come here?
I'm not sure. I guess they will just need help with opening bank accounts and National Insurance and stuff.
Have you any regrets?
No!
Have you done much travelling (if they have been here a while)? What destinations?
Ooh, I have been to so many places. I guess most of Europe and Africa. Quite a lot actually.
Would you recommend the London experience to other Australian teachers? Why and what have you enjoyed?
I would. I guess London is the place to start as it’s English speaking, so there’s no problem for Australian’s, here. There’s lots of work and lots of vacancies. I would definitely recommend it.
Is there anything else you would like to add?
Not really. I would recommend Axcis to anyone, that's all.
Thank you for your time Linda
Interviewed November 2008
Interesting facts about London
Oyster Card
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Things you must see in London
Into your music?
Is London Expensive?
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