COVID-19: Temporary Employment

As a temporary employee, you may be unsure and worried on what you are entitled too during this difficult time. COVID-19 has caused uncertainty for us all and we want to support you all as agency worker, with the information below on COVID-19 Coronavirus Temporary Employment.

Recent announcements have provided information on recruitment agency workers under PAYE being eligible for the COVID-19 Job Retention Scheme! Employee’s, PAYE and zero-hour workers are eligible if hired as of 28^th February 2020.

What is the job Retention Scheme?

The Coronavirus Job Retention Scheme is a temporary scheme open to all UK employers for at least three months starting from 1 March 2020. It is designed to support employers whose operations have been severely affected by coronavirus (COVID-19). – Gov.uk

Take a look at our Job Retention Scheme blog for more in-depth information into furloughing.

If you would also like to know further information about Statutory Sick Pay and your entitlement, our blog is up to date with all things SSP!

We are here to support you; if you have any questions please get in touch on 01782 338787 or book a convenient time for you and a member of our team will get in touch.

Stay safe and stay inside!