Publisher's Synopsis
This is a practical guide to the key elements of employment in youth and community work. It offers advice which should help both employees and management save time and avoid mistakes. Material is presented on central employment procedures and rights, and a comprehensive account is given on what it actually means to employ part-time workers "pro rata". This guide aims to help readers foster an insight in to the laws, practices and policies of employment as they impact on the whole area of informal education. The importance of youth and community work to society is kept at the heart of the discussion throughout.
