Category Archives: Short term contracts

What happens at the end of a fixed term contract?

If you’ve appointed a member of staff on a fixed term contract to cover a project, seasonal need or maternity cover, you need to also consider what happens at the end of the fixed term. This article outlines the various different outcomes at the end

Rights of short term workers

If you’re taking on staff to cover a project, a seasonal need or to cover absence, you need to be aware what rights they have, particularly if you’re hoping a fixed term contract or other similar arrangement will relieve you of some of the responsibilities

Short term contracts or agency workers, which is best for you?

If you have a short term need for extra staff in your business you may be considering what is the best option to fill the requirement. You could engage workers directly, either on fixed term employment contracts or as casual workers, or you could use

When to use a fixed-term contract

Most businesses use fixed term contracts at some point, but if you’ve not used them before, or aren’t sure whether a particular need you have or particular problem you have could be solved with a fixed term contract, here are some ideas of when you