Publication - Research and analysis
Young people's experiences of precarious and flexible work – Main Report
The research report presents findings on young people's experiences of precarious and flexible work. These work conditions included where young people had for example zero hours contracts, low wages, lack of progression opportunities, dissatisfaction with current employment, or varying hours.
Appendix F – Summary profile of those in precarious/flexible work and looking to change position
| Total | Not in education | In education | Precarious and no change | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Base | 428 | 106 | 102 | 220 |
| Age Group | ||||
| 16 - 19 years old | 35% | 27% | 43% | 35% |
| 20 – 24 years old | 65% | 73% | 57% | 65% |
| Gender | ||||
| Male | 49% | 45% | 48% | 51% |
| Female | 51% | 55% | 52% | 49% |
| Social group | ||||
| ABC1 | 46% | 28% | 53% | 52% |
| C2DE | 54% | 72% | 47% | 48% |
| SIMD (excl not NF/refused) | ||||
| Deprived areas (20% SIMD most deprived) | 20% | 30% | 11% | 20% |
| Not deprived (Not in lowest 20% SIMD area) | 80% | 70% | 89% | 80% |
| Financially independent | ||||
| Responsible for own bills | 37% | 41% | 30% | 38% |
| Dependent on someone else | 63% | 59% | 69& | 61% |
| Prefer not to say | 1% | - | 1% | 1% |
| Responsible for someone else | ||||
| Responsible for a dependent | 9% | 13% | 4% | 10% |
| Not responsible for a dependent | 90% | 87% | 95% | 90% |
| Prefer not to say | 0% | - | 1% | 1% |
Contact
Email: youngpersonguar@gov.scot
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