Children of a school age who work, must have a work permit from their local council by law. To help learn more, see our:
- information on covering child employment.
- applying for a child employment permit
- child employment risk assessment template
Once approved, the work permit will be sent to the employer.
Guidance to read
- employment of children
- management of Health and Safety at Work Regulations 1999 and approved code of practice
Other arrangements
Different rules apply for work experience in the last 4 terms of school and for child performance licences, which include paid modelling and sport.