Why have I been given a new Contract of Employment? Your umbrella employer has to keep you up-to-date with the terms and conditions of your employment when they change, even if it’s relatively small.
Why have I been given a contract of employment? Your umbrella employer has to keep you up-to-date with the terms and conditions of your employment when they change, even if it’s relatively small.
Will my Contract of Employment include my hourly rate? Yes. All contracts of employment must state the minimum rate you will be paid.
Will my Contract of Employment include when I will be paid? Yes. It is a legal requirement that your contract of employment states when you can expect to receive payment from your employer.
Do I need to opt out of the 48 hour working week? Possibly. Some agencies will require you to sign an opt-out form to enable you to work more than 48-hours per week and deliver on certain assignments.
What is my Holiday Entitlement? You are entitled to 5.6 weeks paid holiday a year. This is your statutory leave entitlement. Sometimes bank holidays are included as part of your statutory annual leave.
What is my notice period? A notice period is the amount of time an employee has to continue working after handing in their letter of resignation.