Disy
I can't see why you can't apply although you will need to be quick as the scheme is currently due to end at the end of next month.
The following page suggests that you should have already been contacted by HMRC if eligible but there is a checker toll towards the bottom of the page.
www.yourmoney.com/household-bills/what-t...hanges-mean-for-you/ Remember you cannot earn more than £140/week after tax and you cannot work for 16 or more hours a week.
Gordon