Paid work or work experience for school aged pupils
Service outline:
Work Experience
Work Experience is an important part of Education for Employability which allows students to learn about the world of work in a "real life" working situation.
Pupils from the start of year ten can take part in work experience which allows pupils to learn about the world and experience the key skills needed in the workplace. Work experience placements are organised via your School or College. Please contact your School or College for further information.
Further information is availabe from Lancashire County Council
Paid Work for School Age Pupils
Young people of compulsory school age often like to add to their pocket money by taking on a part-time job, such as delivering newspapers or working in a shop on Saturdays. But, there are laws and rules to be observed regarding the employment of young people to ensure that their education does not suffer and that they are safeguarded at work.
Further information is available from Lancashire County Council.
Further Information
Key contacts
Contact: Child Employment and Entertainment Officer
Telephone: 01282 873090
Visit: Child Employment and Entertainment Officer Directorate for Children and Young People Lancashire County Council, Pendle Children and Parenting Support Service, 325 Burnley Road, Colne, BB8 8LA