Why Have An Agency?
A reputable agency will have a healthy client list and work
within the legal parameters. They will ensure you get the
best deal for the work offered and ensure that you are
paid.
In addition to that, which looks pretty simple, all
children under the age of 16 MUST hold a licence for the
respective job. This is a legal requirement for both the
client and parent and the law is there to protect both
parties.
In order to obtain a licence the child's education
authority must be provided with an application showing the
date, times, location, company details and everything else
relating to the job it relates to including payment. In
support of this application, it must include a copy of the
child's birth certificate, a medical certificate from their
GP, a signed declaration from the parent and a letter from
their school (if of school age).
The reasons for this are:
1)
To ensure the child is working within a safe environment
and with safe people
2)
To confirm the amount a child will be paid
3)
To verify the child is a British citizen and of the age
stated on the application
4)
To confirm the child is fit and healthy to work
5)
For the parent to give permission for the application to be
made for their child
6)
To ensure that the child's education is not affected
through absenteeism
Reputable agencies will require the necessary documentation
prior to applications, so will normally ask for these items
at the time of joining.
Without an agency, the industry is a complete mine field.
That is what the experts are there for, to protect your
child, negotiate earnings and most of all get them loads of
fantastic work!
Now
all you need to do is find a Reputable
Agency!