Learn about your rights in the UK workplace, including what you're entitled to and how to raise concerns.
Whether you're considering part-time work, a placement, volunteering or a graduate role, knowing your rights is essential. To understand if you're being treated fairly and equally, take a look at the following resources:
- For details on UK employment law, including student jobs, national minimal wage, working hours, holiday entitlement and unfair dismissal, visit the Working, jobs and pensions page on GOV.UK
- For details on work experience and volunteer placement rights, visit the Employment rights for interns page on GOV.UK
- For advice on work placements and National Minimum Wage entitlement, see the All about careers website
Jobs we advertise
We work with employers to ensure that all vacancies advertised with us adhere to our Employer's Code of Conduct. If you have a negative experience with an employer that has advertised with us, let us know by emailing [email protected]Email us about workplace rights.
International students
To learn about your rights to work in the UK, including any visa-related restrictions, see our pages for international students.
What to do if you're not being treated fairly
When things go wrong at work, it can be difficult to know where to turn to for advice. You can get free, confidential advice on employment rights and workplace issues from ACAS (Advisory, Conciliation and Arbitration Service).
Equality and diversity
As a metropolitan university, we are proud of the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. We see this diversity as a strength in our society and proudly promote it to employers looking to recruit University of Westminster graduates.
However, we also recognise that some students and graduates still face barriers because of discrimination.
Specialists from AGCAS (Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services) have shared useful advice on key topics, including:
Income Tax and National Insurance
Depending on how much you earn, you may need to pay Income Tax and National Insurance. Learn how these may affect your job earnings and what to do if you've paid too much on our Income Tax and National Insurance page.
Contact us
If you need help with your workplace rights, email us at [email protected]Email us about workplace rights.