Employment Contracts

Understand employment contracts and your rights in different working arrangements. Our articles cover part-time work, agency positions, self-employment and what happens when contracts change or break.

Agency Work and Contracts

Agency workers are employed by a third party, not the company they work for, and need a separate contract with their agency.

Broken Employment Contracts

When an employer or employee breaks the terms of an employment contract, both parties can face serious consequences and may need to resolve the dispute.

Changing a Contract

Employers must consult employees before changing contract terms, and larger companies have legal obligations to inform staff of significant changes.

Contracts and Self Employment

Self employed workers have different rights and responsibilities than employees, including their own tax obligations and the need for clear contracts.

Employee's Written Statements

Your employer must provide a written statement within two months of starting work outlining your job terms and conditions.

Employment Contracts Explained

Employment contracts set out the terms between you and your employer, and must include your legal rights like maternity leave and fair dismissal protection.

Illegal Employment Contracts

Employment contracts in Britain must include statutory rights like pay and working conditions or they won't be legally enforceable.

Overseas Worker's Contracts

What legal documents and permits you need when hiring workers from outside the UK.

Part Time Worker's Contract

Part time workers have the same legal rights as full time employees, including pay equality and statutory protections like holiday and sick leave.

What Are Office Romance Contracts?

Some companies require employees in relationships to sign contracts that document consent and protect against harassment claims.

What Are T.U.P.E Claims?

When your employer sells the business or gets taken over, TUPE rules protect your job, pay, holidays and any claims you've already made.

What if I Don't Have a Written Contract with My Employer?

You still have employment rights even without a written contract with your employer.