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Here at Connexions we only advertise jobs and apprenticeships available for young people who have finished school. If you are under the age of 16 finding a job can be difficult because there are certain rules about:
- what work you can do
- where you can work
- when you can work
- how long you can work
These rules are in place for your safety and well-being. To find out more about these rules read our article on child employment.
For whatever type of work you want to do, you will require a work permit. These are issued by your local education authority and it is the responsibility of your employer to apply for a child employment permit.
Now that you have read our article on child employment here are some ideas about the types of jobs that may be available to you. This will allow you to earn some money and gain vital work experience.
- Ask at your local shop or newsagents about a
o paper round - Ask in pubs and restaurants about
o waitoring/waitressing - Ask in your local farm about
o farm work
o fruit picking
You can also try asking you neighbours or your parent’s friends if you can do any of the following jobs for them for a few pounds.
- Dog walking
- Gardening
- Car cleaning
- Babysitting
Volunteering is an excellent opportunity to gain work experience and this can greatly improve your chances of getting a job. It could give you the stepping stone you need to work towards your dream job.
For further advice about the types of jobs or learning options available to you contact your local Connexions Centre.
Your Comments
Posted - 02:31, 14 Jul 2008
Yes you can work in a shop providing your employer obtains a Child Employment Permit, however many shopkeepers are reluctant to employ anyone under school leaving age because of the restrictions that are in place. You can read more about these restrictions in our article on child employment found through the left hand-side navigation under 'Work'/'At work'. For more enquiries please contact the relevant child employment team.
Essex Child Employment Team - 01245 436 736
Southend Child Employment Team - 01702 215909
Thurrock Child Employment Team - 01375 652502
Posted - 10:30, 23 Aug 2008
hi, i am desperate for a job i need money for my hockey tour and for college and saving up for university for i have gone to chelsmford braintree witham halstead sudbury everywhere but i dont care where i work
Posted - 10:46, 23 Aug 2008
Hi, finding a suitable job can sometimes be difficult but we can help. You can search all our vacancies online under "Job search/Search for local jobs". You can also call into your Nearest Connexions Centre or One Stop Shop and speak to a trained personal adviser. Not only will they support you to find a job but they will guide and assist you through the application process. Best of luck, and we look forward to helping you. Connexions
Posted - 10:17, 01 Sep 2008
Thats a bit point less you should have some where to search for jobs undder 16...do you have any idea how hard it is to find a job.
Posted - 11:46, 03 Sep 2008
Thanks for your comment. We currently don't advertise vacancies for young people who have not finished school; however we will take your feedback into consideration for future arrangements. A Connexions Personal Adviser in your local Connexions Centre or One Stop Shop can offer you the support and assistance you may need to find a suitable vacancy aged under 16. Connexions
Posted - 12:00, 06 Oct 2008
they/you wernt suportive when i went to my local conextions, because i wasnt 16, basicaly said there is nothing you can do, and that was it, so i have no idea what to do, its getting more crucial, with everything costing more, its a bad system, because what are realy suposed to do, at this crucial time in our lives. i think if we could have responsible part time jobs, it would help society in general.
Posted - 09:16, 08 Oct 2008
Thanks for your comment. Connexions has a responsibility to support young people who have left compulsory education to find suitable employment or to explore their options further. We realise that, for young people who have not left school, part-time working can assist personal development, financially and future employability. Therefore we are keen to provide you with information that will help you to find part-time work such as; providing you with information on laws that are in place for your safety and well being; information on the types of jobs that may be available to you and the types of organisations you should approach. We have personal advisers based in schools across Essex who can help you with a number of life issues, education and option choices, careers and financial concerns. A personal adviser can help you to budget more effectively so you can cut unnecessary spending and have more money to spend on your priorities. Best of luck finding a part-time job, from Connexions
Posted - 11:47, 08 Oct 2008
theas aint jobs there chores
like workin for ya mum
Posted - 07:35, 21 Oct 2008
i am so desperate forajob right for my basketball tour in january next year to america and i really need any tyoe of jobs available pliz help me
Posted - 09:42, 24 Oct 2008
Thanks for your comment. I suggest that you speak with your Connexions Personal Adviser at your school as they will be able to point you in the direction of the types of organisations you should approach for part-time work. They may also be able to help you budget for your tour, by helping you work out a suitable amount which you can save each week. You can read more in our article on budgeting. You can find from the left hand navigation under ‘money – debt’.
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Posted - 10:39, 10 Jul 2008
thanks for helping but you could of given me abit more information because maybe i want to work in a shop