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 about the Right to Time of to study or train will be useful for Young People and Employers. Click here to download [221k]
Need more information on time off and your rights? See below...
 Working Time Regulations: To find out more about working time regulations which covers breaks, right to time off and working limits visit the Department for Business Enterprise & Regulatory Reform (BERR) website HERE
Employment rights for young people: To find out more about your employment rights visit the Direct.Gov website HERE.
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 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.city-and-guilds.co.uk.
Below are some useful employment related downloads
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1.1) Right to time off for study or training [221k]
Check your right to paid time off work to study or train.
1.2) Looking for part-time and casual work [198k]
A useful document if you are looking for part time or casual work.
1.3) Working while still at school [223k]
Important information about working if you are still at school.
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