Combining WW Benefit with Part-Time Work in Zoetermeer: Rules and Pitfalls

# Combining WW Benefit with Part-Time Work in Zoetermeer: Rules and Pitfalls In Zoetermeer, with its thriving economy around the Haaglanden region and many part-time jobs in sectors such as IT, retail and care at companies like the Binckhorst or local shopping centres, many unemployed persons opt for part-time work during their WW period. This provides financial relief, but affects your benefit via the UWV agency in Zoetermeer or The Hague. The WW benefit is adjusted based on your new income to prevent double benefits. ## Key Rules You may work part-time as long as you comply with the job search obligation, for example via job fairs at the Stadstheater or online portals for Zoetermeer vacancies. Report every new job immediately at the UWV office in Zoetermeer (Stadhuisplein 1). The benefit decreases by 70% of your new salary (after deduction of own risk). Worked weeks extend your WW duration. ### Calculation in Practice Example: daily wage €150, WW €100/day. With part-time wage €70/day in a Zoetermeer shop or care institution, WW becomes €30/day (100 - 70% of 70). Note the partner test: partner income from the region may reduce your benefit. Use the UWV calculation tool or visit the Zoetermeer counter for precise simulations. ## Avoiding Pitfalls No undeclared work in local hospitality or odd jobs; this results in recovery plus fines up to €5,000 and exclusion from WW. Report changes within one week via the UWV app or by telephone (088-8982000). Participate in reintegration programmes at local partners such as Werkse to remain sanction-free. This way you optimise your income in Zoetermeer without risks. Request personal UWV advice at the Zoetermeer counter. (212 words)