JacPlus 8.4

Which of the following best describes full-time employment?

• Working on an 'as needed' basis with varying hours

• Working 35 or more hours per week in an ongoing role

• Working only during certain seasons of the year

• Working fewer than 35 hours each week

How many hours per week does a part-time worker typically work?

• 35 or more hours

• 15 or fewer hours

• Fewer than 35 hours, with fixed or variable hours

• Only on weekends

Which of the following is a characteristic of casual employment?

• Guaranteed fixed weekly hours

• No permanent weekly roster and variable hours

• Entitlement to paid holiday leave

• Working for oneself

What is seasonal work?

• Employment that occurs year-round with regular hours

• Work performed only during a specific season, like winter or summer

• A type of work that requires travel

• Employment that involves working from home

Which of the following is a benefit of full-time employment?

• Flexible working hours

• Consistent income and benefits

• Working only when needed

• No long-term commitment

What is a common feature of part-time employment?

• Working more than 40 hours a week

• Fixed salary regardless of hours worked

• Fewer hours than full-time, often with flexible scheduling

• Guaranteed overtime pay

Which of the following is true about casual employment?

• Employees receive paid annual leave

• Employees have no guaranteed hours each week

• Employees work a set number of hours each week

• Employees are entitled to long service leave

What is a key difference between full-time and part-time employment?

• Full-time employees work fewer hours than part-time employees

• Part-time employees receive more benefits than full-time employees

• Full-time employees typically work 35 or more hours per week

• Part-time employees have a higher salary than full-time employees

Which of the following is an example of seasonal work?

• A teacher working throughout the school year

• A ski instructor working only during the winter season

• A nurse working in a hospital year-round

• A retail worker with a permanent contract

What is a potential disadvantage of casual employment?

• High job security

• Lack of consistent income

• Guaranteed paid leave

• Fixed working hours