Difference between part-time and informal jobs – LO Grade 12

Differentiate between part-time jobs and informal jobs as mechanisms to deal with unemployment

On this page, we will help you answer the following 2025 Grade 12 Life Orientation source-based task for term 1 “Differentiate between part-time jobs and informal jobs as mechanisms to deal with unemployment”.

Differentiate between part-time jobs and informal jobs as mechanisms to deal with unemployment

Difference Between Part-Time Jobs and Informal Jobs

In order to properly differentiate between part-time and invormatl jobs, you need to read Life Orientation Grade 12 Chapter 5: careers and career choices, under reasons fo and impact of unemployment.

Here is the difference:

Informal jobs are the jobs where you work for yourself, while formal jobs are those where you work for an employer and have a job contract.

Let’s explore the difference in more details below:

Part-Time Jobs:

• Work for a short time or only part of the day or week.
• Helps you gain experience and build your CV.
• Allows you to earn an income while working in different jobs.
• Example: Directing spectators at soccer matches on certain days.

Informal Jobs:

• Short-term work that is not officially registered.
• Provides income but does not always offer recognised experience.
• Offers flexible hours, making it easier to balance family responsibilities.
• Examples: Washing cars, gardening, selling newspapers, or selling fruit and sweets at taxi ranks or schools.