Guidance notes
Please note it is your responsibility to read and fully understand the statutory requirements for the licence you are applying for. Failure to comply with the regulations may lead to the licence being revoked and/or prosecution:
Wage
There is no minimum wage for a child under 16 years.
Restrictions
Children are only allowed to model or perform for a set number of hours per day.
All performances
| Age | 0-4 year olds | 5-8 year olds | 9 year olds and over |
|---|---|---|---|
| Can work between: | 7am and 10pm | 7am and 11pm | 7am and 11pm |
| Maximum time at venue | 5 hours | 8 hours | 9.45 hours |
| Maximum performance time | 2 hours | 3 hours | 5 hours |
| Maximum continuous time without a break | 30 minutes | 2.5 hours | 2.5 hours |
| Minimum intervals for meals and rest | Any breaks must be a minimum of 15 minutes. A 45 minute meal break must be taken if they are at the performance venue for more than 4 hours | Any breaks must be a minimum of 15 minutes. A 45 minute meal break must be taken if they are at the performance venue for more than 4 hours but less than 8 hours. If over 8 hours then must have break already stated plus additional 15 minute break | Any breaks must be a minimum of 15 minutes. A 45 minute meal break must be taken if they are at the performance venue for more than 4 hours but less than 8 hours. If over 8 hours then must have break already stated plus additional 15 minute break |
| Minimum break between performances | 1.5 hours | 1.5 hours | 1.5 hours |
| Maximum consecutive days to take part in performance or rehearsal | 6 days | 6 days | 6 days |
Contact us
If you have any further question you can email us: childemployment@slough.gov.uk