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Some students will take the opportunity of some part time working and it is important that parents understand the legal position with regard to this. Parents / Carers should be aware that the law regulating the employment / working of young people is quite specific. The essential details are as follows: Young people (of compulsory school age including Year 11) cannot be employed in the following circumstances:
Anyone wishing to employ a young person must obtain a permit. The form for applying can be obtained from the Local Education Authority or the school’s Student Services. This must be completed by the child and employer and then sent to the Education Welfare Service (address on form). The form has fuller details of the legal requirements, including local byelaws (eg. a young person cannot be employed for more than one hour between 7am and 8.30am on a school day or two hours between end of school and 7pm). Note: An employer or other person contravening the laws and byelaws covering child employment is liable, on summary conviction, to a fine of up to £1000. Click below to access additional information:
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