WTC effects on other benefits

shinjukumaster

I live with a partner with kids on what was originally IB (not sure if the name for that has changed), and HB also. Partner is also receiving CTC. I have been looking for work, and have a possibility to do part time for 20 hrs/wk. Its at minimum wage. Any idea what the WTC would be worth for 20 hrs at minimum wage?

What will the effect be on existing benefits?

Also, I might need to become a carer soon for another person and not sure if I can continue part-time (because I also care for the kids given partner being sick). If not able to continue part-time, would it be best to apply for carer's allowance? Again, how would that affect the existing benefits?

I'd prefer to work, if possible.

karenx

If you become a carer they need to be in receipt of the appropriate DLA benefits. You need to be caring for them for more than 35 hours per week I think it is.
WTC does affect housing benefit and council tax benefit so if you get these you will need to notify the council so they can adjust your award

Indie_Kid

karenx wrote: »

If you become a carer they need to be in receipt of the appropriate DLA benefits. You need to be caring for them for more than 35 hours per week I think it is.

Yes, it's 35 hours.

If you claim carers allowance, you can only earn £95 after tax and NI.

shinjukumaster

Thanks, I'm spending more than 35 hrs caring, for sure, and that limits my potential work to 20 hrs max. I'll check with the council - hopefully working part time will be worthwhile...