You must provide written employment terms from day one of employment.
In the UK, every employee is legally entitled to a written statement of employment particulars. This sets out key terms like pay, hours, holiday, and notice. Without clear written terms, expectations are unclear, disputes are more likely, and you have less protection as an employer.
A full employment contract goes further. It adds clauses that protect your business, such as confidentiality, duties, and termination terms.
For a first employee, it is best to have a clear, compliant contract in place before they start.
Written terms are the legal minimum you must provide from day one, covering basics like pay, hours, and holiday.
An employment contract includes those terms plus extra clauses that protect your business, such as confidentiality and termination rules.
For most employers, a full contract is the safest option.
Yes. Small businesses need HR policies in the UK.
Even with one employee, you must follow UK employment law and handle issues fairly and consistently. HR policies help you do that.
They are especially important for discipline and grievances, managing sickness and absence, preventing sexual harassment, and promoting equal treatment.
Clear policies reduce confusion, reduce the number of questions from employees, and protect your business if a dispute arises.
Once we receive your completed form, we will send your bespoke documents within 3 calendar days.
If you need them sooner, let us know and we will do our very best to accommodate.
Yes. Your employment contract, handbook, HR policies and other documents are all tailored to your business.
We use your details, including things like your working arrangements, to create documents that fit how you actually operate.
This ensures your documents are clear, relevant, and compliant with UK employment requirements.
No. These documents are written for UK employment law and are designed for businesses operating in the UK.
They are based on UK legal requirements, including employment rights, contracts, and HR policies.
If your business operates outside the UK, you will need documents that match your local employment laws.
We want to ensure you have everything you need for your new employees. The HR StartUp Pack includes:
- Offer Letter
- Contract of Employment
- Employee Handbook
- Employee Privacy Notice
- Anti-harassment and Bullying Policy
- Disciplinary Policy
- Grievance Policy
- Equality and Diversity Policy
- Health and Safety Policy
- Sickness Absence Policy
- Sexual Harassment Policy
- Family Friendly Policy (including Maternity, Paternity, Adoption etc.)
All documents are written specifically for your business and delivered ready to use within 3 days.
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