Since 6th April 2020 all employees and workers are entitled to a ‘written statement of particulars of employment’ (usually contained in a Contract of Employment), which must be provided ‘not later than the beginning of the employment.’ Prior to April 2020 this written statement needed to be provided no later than two months after the employment start date.
A failure to provide a written statement or contract can have a negative impact on employee relations. Although unlikely, there is also the risk of an Employment Tribunal claim. An employee can be awarded up to four weeks’ pay (currently capped at a maximum of £700 per week) for a failure to provide the written statement.
Solution
Did you know, Cook Lawyers also offer a HR Admin service? We guarantee all new starters will receive a contract of employment before they start.
HR Admin
- HR Admin service for £600 per year (plus VAT) for a primary school and £1,200 per year (plus VAT) for high schools. This service includes the following:
- New starter offer letters and contracts of employment
- Contract change letters
- Resignation acknowledgement letters
- Maternity, paternity and adoption leave letters.
- We ensure all contracts and letters are sent to your school within 48 hours.
If you like to know more please contact us.
