First job guide

New guidance for young workers and others starting their first job to help them understand their employment rights has been launched by the Acas employment relations service.

The guidance includes advice on preparing for the first day of work, and questions that starters should ask of their employer.

A brief outline of employment rights is provided, including an explanation of employment contracts, rights under the working time regulations and National Minimum Wage entitlements. Issues such as discrimination, harassment and bullying are also covered, with links to more in-depth advice.

Acas research has found that young workers — aged 16-24 — are more likely to face problems at work but less likely to take actions to resolve them.

www.acas.org.uk/firstjob