You may be trying to balance earning an income with study or other pursuits. In Australia finding part-time and casual work can be easier than finding a full-time job. If your employer can rely on you and likes the work you do, you may be offered more hours.
Which type suits you?
Full-time employment
Full-time workers are employed on a permanent basis and usually work a 38-hour week.
Part-time work
Part-time workers are permanent employees who usually work:
• Less than 35 hours per week; and
• Have reasonably predictable hours of work; and
• Receive pay and conditions in line with full-time employees, for example sick leave.
Casual Work
Casual workers are in temporary employment which does not offer the protection of a permanent job. Casual workers don’t receive the benefits of continuous employment such as sick leave or holiday pay.
This website has more info on casual work:
www.moneystuff.net.au/Default.aspx?tabid=448
Self-employment
Want to work for yourself? The New Enterprise Incentive Scheme (NEIS) helps eligible unemployed people to start and run a small business.
Call: 136 268
www.workplace.gov.au/workplace/Category/SchemesInitiatives/SelfEmployment
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