Reapplying for Jobseeker Support Student Hardship
When a client reapplies for Jobseeker Support Student Hardship after ceasing employment, the length of time that they have been working will affect the date that their Jobseeker Support Student Hardship can recommence.
In employment less than 26 weeks
If the client stops full-time work and reapplies for benefit within 26 weeks of their previous benefit stopping, they will need to complete a Re-application (within 52 weeks) form (M26).
Jobseeker Support Student Hardship can be recommenced from the day after the employment ceased or the application date of benefit whichever is the later.
In employment 26 weeks or more
If the client stops full-time work 26 weeks or more after their previous benefit ceased you will need to treat them as a new applicant for benefit. The client will need to complete an application form. An initial stand-down calculation will need to be completed and imposed if necessary.
For more information see:
Legislation
- Commencement, stand downs, ending, and expiry and regrant Part 6, subpart 4 Social Security Act 2018
