Full legal name as it appears on official documents
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What is the worker's address?
Full residential address including postcode
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What is the job title or role?
The worker's position or role description
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When is the contract dated?
The official date this agreement is made
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When does the engagement begin?
The worker's commencement date
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What are the main job duties?
Key responsibilities for this casual role
π‘ For zero-hours roles, duties should be general and flexible to reflect the casual nature of the work.
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How much notice for work offers?
And how long to respond to offers
Zero Hours Key Feature: No guaranteed hours. The employer has no obligation to offer work, and the worker has no obligation to accept.
βΉοΈ Since 2015, it's illegal to prevent zero-hours workers from working for other employers. This contract will be non-exclusive.
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What is the hourly rate?
Payment per hour worked
UK National Minimum Wage (2025): Β£12.21/hour (21+), Β£10.00/hour (18-20), Β£7.55/hour (under 18)
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Payment frequency and premium rates?
How often paid, and any enhanced rates
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No Enhanced Rates
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Enhanced Rates Apply
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How will holiday pay work?
Legal requirement: 5.6 weeks per year (pro-rata)
Legal Requirement: Zero-hours workers are entitled to 5.6 weeks' paid holiday per year (pro-rata). Typically paid using 12.07% accrual method.
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12.07% Accrual (Rolled Up)
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Request Paid Holiday
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Sick pay and pension arrangements?
Statutory provisions apply
Zero-hours workers qualify for SSP (Β£118.75/week, up to 28 weeks) if earning over Β£123/week. Auto-enrolment pension applies if earning over Β£10,000/year and aged 22+.
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What are the notice periods?
For ending the arrangement
Because there's no guaranteed work, notice periods for casual workers are typically shorter than permanent staff.
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Where is the primary work location?
Main place where work will be performed
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Fixed Location Only
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May Work at Other Sites
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What level of confidentiality?
Protection of business information
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Basic (Standard)
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Standard Level
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High Level
βΉοΈ Basic is suitable for most casual workers. Choose higher levels only if the role involves sensitive business information.
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Any additional benefits or terms?
Optional extras (staff discounts, uniform, etc.)
π‘ Common for zero-hours: Staff discounts, flexible scheduling preferences, uniform provided, training opportunities.
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