Child Employment - Guide for Parents and Young People
Do I need to register to work?
Yes you do.
You cannot apply for a Work Permit until you have got a job. This is because the application for a Work Permit requires details of the employer and the proposed occupation. For an application form click here. This form must be completed by the employer, and signed by the parents. It is the responsibility of the employer to ensure that a Work Permit is obtained.
If there are no difficulties with the proposed employment, a Work Permit will be issued which you must carry at all times whilst you are working. The employer will also be notified that a permit has been issued.
The employer has a duty to share with the child's parent an assessment of any risks that the child may face whilst at work. It may be necessary for the child to attend for a medical examination by the school medical officer.
It is important that every child who wants to work obtains a Work Permit, so that he/she has the protection of appropriate insurance cover in case of an accident whilst at work.
The law says that: No child under the age of 13 years can be employed
NB. Children are of compulsory school age until the day they are allowed to leave school i.e the last Friday in June, NOT on their 16th Birthday or when they receive their National Insurance number.
Related pages:
- Child employment - guide for employers
- A guide to licensing for children taking part in performances, sport or modelling
- Warrington Safeguarding Children Board
- Education Welfare Service
Publications and leaflets:
Contact us:
Education Welfare Service
Tel: 01925 442915
