What is a COVID 19 notification?
a communication from the child or young person’s education or childcare setting to confirm that they have to self-isolate . a screenshot of a young person’s NHS COVID-19 app notification to confirm they need to self-isolate and proof of an EHC - for ages 16 to 25.
Can a parent apply for self-isolation?
Parents and guardians who do not need to self-isolate can apply for a payment if they need to take time off work to care for a child or young person who is self-isolating. You can only make one application per child or young person per household.
Eligibility
If you meet all of the following criteria, you may be entitled to a Test and Trace Support Payment:
How to get your NHS Test and Trace ID number
When applying for a payment you will need to provide your 8 digit NHS Test and Trace ID number (also called a CTAS number).
Apply for a payment
Please do not apply again if you have already applied but you need to send us supporting documents or give us information. Instead you should:
Upload a document
If you have already applied and you need to send us some documents to support your application, please use our upload form to send them to us. Please do not email them.
Other sources of help
If you need other help or support during a period of self-isolation help is available in Merton for things like getting your shopping or medication.
How old do you have to be to get a copy of your bank statement?
The statement should be no more than 2 months old. a copy of your qualifying benefit award letter if you receive benefits. a payslip or evidence to show that you're self-employed.
When do you have to claim self-isolation?
You need to claim within 42 days of the first day of the self-isolation period.