Got the job
- What type of offer?
- Get it in writing!
- Trial work
- On the job tips
- Full-time work
- Part-time work
- Casual work
- Working as an apprentice
- Types of pay
- Can I be paid in cash?
- Penalties, allowances and loadings
- Taking leave from work
- Annual leave
- Sick leave
- Getting paid
- Your pay slip
- Recovering unpaid wages
- Keep a work diary
- Bullying at work – what can you do?
- Discrimination at work – what can you do?
- Harassment at work – what can you do?
Types of pay
Gross Pay
The amount you have earned before income tax and other deductions are subtracted from your pay.
Net Pay
The amount of money you actually receive after your income tax and any other deductions have been taken out from your weekly earnings.
This is your money to spend or save! This is also sometimes called your 'take home pay'.
Adult rates of pay
The majority of awards and agreements set out an age at which all employees must be paid the full adult rate of pay. Typically this is 21 years of age, but can be younger under some awards.
Most awards make provision for adult and junior wages. Minimum rates for juniors tend to be lower than those for adults.
Junior rates of pay
Junior rates of pay are based on the age of an employee and are usually set as a percentage of the adult rate.
Check Your Pay
Check Your Pay is a calculator that can help you work out your weekly pay packet if you work in hospitality, clerical, retail or hairdressing.
