Do I pay or the potential employer (parent) will pay for it?
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If you work in an industry where a background check is expected (like childcare) usually you are the one paying for it.
The parent did not specify if they would pay for it, though. Can I politely ask them to pay? @Brittany Holiad
They are under no obligation to pay for it. Most childcare jobs require you to have a background check for the vulnerable sector.
Only my jobs in Toronto paid for mine. My jobs in other cities and school I had to pay for.
Unfortunately you will be the one paying for it !
They told me my main responsibilities would be more of a helper/housekeeping and parent would be taking care of baby most of the time. Is background check required for this job? @April
If they feel it's necessary to be in their home that is their perogative. And there is no obligation to pay. If you don't want to pay the $30 or whatever it is for your area then I suggest looking for a job elsewhere.
It can go either way. I've worked places that have paid and others that require you to pay