This legislation covers 16 or 17 year olds in employment who have not already gained qualifications to Level 2, which means 5 GCSEs at Grades A-C, an NVQ at Level 2, Intermediate GNVQ, a BTEC First Certificate/Diploma or City and Guilds Diploma of Vocational Education at Intermediate Level.
“Reasonable time off” with pay is required to allow young people to study towards a recognised qualification. This could be in the workplace, with a training provider, at college or a combination of these.
The Connexions vacancy team can help support both employers and young people in finding the most appropriate and effective ways to meet this legislation and are able to offer information and guidance on training and/or education routes.
To find out more contact us FREE on 0800 073 8700 between 8.30am and 5.00pm Monday to Friday and ask for the vacancy team.
 This PDF document will be useful for Young People and Employers and gives more details about the Right to Time Off: Right to Time Off [115k]
 This site provides general information about the legislation and, for employers and others who need the details, access to regulations and frequently asked questions. Visit us at www.dfes.gov.uk/tfst.
 You can find out more about working time regulations which covers issues such as rest breaks, right to time off and working limits by visiting the DTI's website at www.dti.gov.uk/employment/employment-legislation/.
 For a successful business, developing the employees you need for the future is key - Apprenticeships mean you can do just that. Whether you decide to develop existing staff or recruit new employees as Apprentices your business will benefit. Visit www.apprenticeships.org.uk.
The department for children, schools and families website can give you more information about NVQs, why they exist and how they can help you. It also has links to many useful websites. Visit www.dfes.gov.uk/nvq.
 North East Course finder can can help you find a course that might be suitable for you. You can discuss your findings with your Personal Adviser. Click here to search.
 Hot Courses can also help you find a course that might be suitable for you. You can discuss your findings with your Personal Adviser. Click here to search.
 City & Guilds is regarded by employers as one of the most respected providers of vocational qualifications. They offer 500 different courses at all levels in everything from agriculture, plumbing and IT to engineering, childcare and sports. Visit their website at www.therealyou.org.uk or www.city-and-guilds.co.uk.
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