All employers are required to issue employees with a written statement of certain terms of employment. This draft agreement has been published to help employers ensure that they comply with their requirements under law and to provide a clear record of the agreement between employer and employee.Areas covered by the contract include:
- Job title and duties
- Hours of work
- Salary
- Pensions and benefits
- Expenses and deductions
- Holiday entitlements
- Absence and sick pay
- Confidentiality
- Termination
- Disciplinary and grievance procedures
- Health and safety
- Data protection
The draft policy also comes with a 20-page Management Guide containing helpful notes on the policy and alternative provisions for employers.








