Child Employment

What is employment?

What is the minimum age of employment?

What are the limitations on the hours that a 13 year old can work?

What are the limitations on the hours that a 14 year old can work?

Limitations a 15 and 16 year old can work

At what age can a child commence full-time employment?

What work is prohibited for children under compulsory school age?

What work is permitted for children under compulsory school age?

Is it against the law for a child to work alone?

What are the terms and conditions of child employment?

Employer Responsibilities

What are the duties of the local authority?

What are the child’s responsibilities?

What is the national minimum wage for a child?

What are the hours that a child performer may work?

Who will look after my child whilst he or she performs?

Legalities for children who perform

Are there any exceptions to a child working at night?

Where can I find out further information?