Working for Work : Chapter 4 : Welfare to Work

Jobseekers and Work - a useful checklist

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Genuinely Seeking Work

If you take up part-time employment while the Main Claimant on Jobseeker's Allowance or Jobseeker's Benefit you must be able to show that you are Genuinely Seeking Work and continue to seek full-time employment while working part-time.

You must be registered with and regularly using FÁS to look for employment or training opportunities. Evidence of this might be required if your claim for a Jobseeker's payment is being reviewed by the Department under Genuinely Seeking Work conditions. Part-time Work:

Part-time Work

Would you be better off claiming a Family Income Supplement (FIS) instead of a Qualified Adult payment if you are working?

Would you be better off claiming a Family Income Supplement (FIS) instead of a Qualified Adult payment if your spouse/civil partner/cohabitant is working?

Secondary Benefits:

While there is no limit on the number of hours your Qualified Adult can work while you are on Jobseeker's Benefit or Allowance, if your Qualified Adult works for 30 hours or more you may not qualify for a Rent Supplement.

How will income from employment or self-employment affect your entitlement to Rent Supplement or Mortgage Interest Supplement?

How will my spouse/civil partner/cohabitants income from employment or self-employment affect your entitlement to Rent Supplement or Mortgage Interest Supplement?

How will any additional income from employment (you or your spouse/civil partner/cohabitant) affect your Local Authority Rent?

Revenue Job Assist:

You will not qualify for this scheme if you have had even one days employment in the last 12 months.

 

For more information:

Contact the INOU on (01) 856 0088 or at www.inou.ie

Last Updated: 31/08/2011 ^ back to top