Teenagers in the Workforce

According to a recent survey by High Street bank Santander, teenagers are finding it more difficult to secure a part-time job to boost their pocket money levels.

One in four teenagers said it was harder to find work now than it was a year ago, while eight out of ten believed that not having a job would make it harder for them to manage their money in the future.

The report also revealed that the vast majority of teens still rely on pocket money as their main source of income and then top this up with wages from part-time work. The average income for teenagers was found to be £46 per month.

There are a number of legal restrictions regarding the employment of children. Children under the age of 13 cannot be employed in most cases, although the local authority can grant an exception for paid performances, sports and modelling.