Modelling can change your child’s
world. It’ll give them the chance to meet people from all walks of life, front
exciting advertising campaigns, learn the modelling trade and save some money
for the future. If you want to help your child break into the industry, LUXE
Models would encourage you to remember that there are certain child employment
laws to be followed.
Hours and pay
Let’s start with the basics.
There are certain employment
restrictions for children and one of them is the amount of hours they’re
allowed to put in. A child model can’t work in school hours, before 7am or after
7pm, for more than one hour after school or for more than four hours without
taking a one hour break. Also, child models are only allowed to work a maximum
of 12 hours a week in term time and 25 hours a week in holiday time.
As a working model, your child
can be paid but they aren’t entitled to the national minimum wage. When they’re
aged 16-17 they must receive at least £3.87 per hour for their work and there are other payment issues
you may need to consider. Basically, if you want your child to earn a good wage
from modelling make sure you have the negotiating skills needed to get them the
best contracts!
Licenses and supervision
If your child is younger than the
school leaving age
(generally 16) and they’re being paid for modelling assignments, they may need
a child
performance license. In this case, the person who’s in charge of running
the event must get this license and they must apply for it from the child’s
local council.
We should also note that child
models must be supervised when working. Usually, this duty will fall to you as
their parent or guardian. If it doesn’t, their supervisor can be a school
teacher or even a home tutor. If none of these people are present your child
must be supervised by a local council approved chaperone, so learn how someone
can become a licensed
chaperone for child performers if you cannot accompany them.
Do your research
Before you help your child enter
the fast-paced world of modelling, do your research. Look at modelling laws and
other issues that could affect your child when they’re out on assignment. Armed
with this vital information, you’ll be able to ensure that your child has the
leg up they need to really reap the many benefits of child modelling.
