Looking for part-time or casual work over the holidays, or semester breaks?
Remember, there’s often more to consider than how much a job pays, the location, or the hours you'll be working.
You may be asked to work as an employee or a contractor. One working arrangement is very different to the other and the ATO recommends you get all the facts first, so you know your rights and obligations.
The ATO’s Steve Vesperman says, “being a contractor means you're self-employed; running your own business. This means you will have the same responsibilities as any other business, including registering for an ABN, managing your own tax obligations and record keeping.”
“Being incorrectly treated as a contractor means you may miss out on benefits you should get, including paid sick leave and annual leave and generally employee superannuation.”
Get the facts on what each working arrangement means for you. The ATO has a range of information to help you work it out.
Check out:
- ato.gov.au/working
- Contractor or employee - what's the difference
- what to do if you're unsure if you're an employee or contractor