Temp terminology explained
The term temporary can be used to encompass all non-permanent employees who work in the client premises on behalf of Parker Wells. Most temporary assignments are paid on a daily or hourly rate and paid weekly by Parker Wells payroll.Fixed Term Contracts: (FTC) will usually be paid monthly by the client on a pro rata salary. Contract employees are often a means of hiring when resources are required but a permanent hire is not possible, perhaps due to head count. This kind of contract will often be renewed repeatedly. Most contract work could be due to long term sickness or maternity cover. We are also finding that where a permanent hire opportunity does exist, clients will often opt for the contract-to-permanent route, i.e. hire candidates on an initial six month basis with a view to offering a permanent role after this period, based on performance and fit to the team.
Temporary Assignments: Candidates on temporary contracts are paid weekly, on an hourly or daily rate, via the employment agency’s payroll, by submitting an authorised timesheet. Temporary assignments of various lengths are common. There can be many reasons for this, for example short-term holiday or illness cover, or to keep a seat warm and the workload covered while waiting for a permanent appointment. Temporary arrangements are often subject to renewal.