Seasonal work

If a primary client commences full-time seasonal work they will no longer qualify for Jobseeker Support Student Hardship.

If the client has a partner who meets the qualifications for Jobseeker Support Student Hardship in their own right, the partner can apply for Jobseeker Support Student Hardship as the primary client.

If the person who has commenced seasonal work (either part-time or full-time) is the partner, then the Jobseeker Support Student Hardship can continue with their earnings being charged as income against the benefit.

This is regardless of whether the partner has work obligations.

Note if the partner has full-time work obligations and is working 30 hours per week, or has part-time work obligations and is working 20 hours or more, then they will be meeting their work obligations.

For more information see:

• Assistance during seasonal work
• Season ends
• Employment related income
• Charging income
• Job search requirements