The attached forms may be downloaded for use by parents/guardians/employers when applying for the necessary work permit for 13-16 yr olds who wish to engage in part time word whilst they are still of compulsory school age.

It is against the law to work without a permit whether the work is paid or unpaid and there are hours and duties which they may and may not undertake, anything outside this criteria is against the law.

Once the application form is completed and returned to us for approval the employer will receive a laminated permit which they must keep in a place of safety, and the child will also receive a work permit card.

For further information contact The Education Welfare Section of the Department for Education and Children on:

01267 246591, 01267 246589, 01267 246 596.