Child employment

It is illegal to employ any child under 13, and limits apply until they reach school leaving age.

If a child will be 16 by the end of the summer holidays, their school leaving age is the last Friday in June.

Children in public performances must be supervised by a council-approved chaperone. Exceptions to this are if they are in the care of their parents/carer, legal guardian, or, in certain circumstances, a teacher.

Every school-age child working part-time for an employer must be registered with the local authority and have a work-permit.

Every school-age child working part-time for an employer must be registered with the local authority and have a work-permit.

Children in entertainment may need a performance license. Relevant activity includes TV, theatre, modelling, dance shows, pantomimes, music groups, and paid sport whether professional or amateur.

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