Want a Part-time Job and You're Under 16?

Lots of young people from the age of 13 have a part-time job, whether it's a regular paper-round, helping at dad's workplace or baby-sitting.

We're often asked what hours young people can work, and what jobs young people can do. So here's a helpyouchoose.org link dedicated to this topic.

The DirectGov website has information about 'Getting a holiday job'. If you’re after a bit of spare cash, getting a part-time job during your school or college holidays is a good way to do it. You can gain useful skills that you can use later in life, but there are a few things you need to consider before you start that application.
Click here for more information.

Are you thinking of getting a job? Are you already in work?
If you are employed and under 18, there are certain restrictions on what work you can actually do, where you can do it and for how long each week.
For information of young people's employment rights,
click here.