Information for parents and children
It's important that you read the information in this guide about they types of work children are allowed to do and the hours they can work.
The child employment licence application the employer has to complete has sections for you to complete, too. The employer should complete their sections first, so you can what work your child will be doing and when. Your signature shows us you've read the form and you're satisfied for your child to employed in the way described in the application form.
You're entitled to request and receive a copy of the employer's risk assessment for the work your child do.
You should monitor your child's employment to make sure:
- it's a positive experience for them
- they aren't being exploited
- the work is not impacting their studies
Ways to keep your child safe
You can keep your child safe at work by:
- meeting their employer and giving them your contact details before your child starts work
- making sure you know exactly what your child is doing and regularly ask them about their time at work
- making a note of the times they are working
- looking out for any changes in your child’s behaviour, appearance, routine or habits
- reminding them that they don’t have to put up with anything they are uncomfortable with and explaining that any form of exploitation or abuse is wrong
Advice for children
If you attend school and want to get a job, your employer has to apply for a work permit.
They will fill in all the details about the you'll do and when you'll work.
Your parent or carer has to sign the form, as does your school.
You can ask your employer to see the risk assessment they've done for your job role - this assessment will highlight any possible risks to you and the steps they've taken to reduce this risks, which could be giving you advice. You should listen to any advice carefully and follow it.
You'll be given a permit, with a copy being sent to your employer. You must carry your permit with you or have it easily available - it must be shown to our authorised officer or police officer, if requested.