Temporary And Contract Work
As a job seeker in today's marketplace, temporary and contract work offers you an alternative to a permanent position allowing you the opportunity to advance your career in a flexible way that is more suited to your personal circumstances.
Definitions:
Contracting
Different industries refer to a ‘contract position’ in different ways. Generally though, contractors are employed for a fixed period – for example maternity leave cover. Contractors paid on a pro rata basis are placed on the client's payroll when they start work. Normally, for termination of contract both parties require a notice period.
Temporary work
Again different industries refer to temping in different ways. It is also referred to as 'freelancing'. In general terms, a temporary worker is someone who is engaged by a company on a non-fixed term basis. The temporary worker's salary is usually calculated on an hourly or daily rate and is paid through the Chase & Holland payroll. Technically, no notice period is required to terminate temporary assignments by either party although, if possible and for good practice and business etiquette, a notice period of approximately 1 week can be given.
Reasons companies need contract and temporary staff
Companies employ people on a temporary or contractual basis for many reasons including:
- To assist with special projects
- Cover for maternity leave or other absences
- During particularly busy periods of the year
- To analyse an employee's performance with a view to permanent employment
Benefits of temporary and contract work
Temporary and contract work offers many benefits including:
- The opportunity to work in a variety of industries or focus your discipline
- Flexibility in terms of the days and times you work
- Opportunity to learn or advance technical skills
- Greater exposure to different types of management styles and clients
- Exposure to the different types of products offered in a particular industry
- Opportunity to broaden or deepen your skill base
