Right to work documents & checklist
UK employers have a legal obligation to prevent illegal working by verifying all employees have a valid right to work in Britain. The Home Office dedicates considerable resources to investigating employers and taking enforcement action in the event of a breach. Where an employer is found to be employing workers illegally, they face substantial fines, […]
How to manage recruitment immigration risks
For employers, the option of recruiting from the global talent market can be critical to maintaining operations and, importantly, competitive advantage. But UK employers face increasing recruitment immigration risks when hiring non-UK nationals. Penalties for employing illegal workers and failing to comply with your immigration duties are substantial and best avoided. Fundamentally, your recruitment practices should enable […]
DBS check guide: documents, costs & processing times
As an employer, it is important to understand what level of DBS check you can request by law when recruiting someone. You should also know the cost of a DBS check, what DBS check documents need to be provided by a prospective employee, how to check documents during the current pandemic, and how to identify […]
How long does a DBS last?
A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check is a criminal record check that an employer can request as part of their recruitment and onboarding process. DBS checks are useful in ensuring that the employer is only recruiting suitable people into their organisation and for the job role in question. This is especially important when the […]
Employing an apprentice: how-to guide
If your organisation is looking to employ an apprentice, there will be a lot to consider in relation to the type of individual you can recruit, the role they can take on, the rules on pay and other benefits, as well as making the most of the financial incentives available to employers. The Government most […]
Written statement of employment particulars
All employers are required to provide a written statement of employment particulars to all employees and workers employed on or after 6 April 2020 from the first day of employment. What is a written statement of employment? A written statement of employment, or a section 1 statement, is a document which sets out the key […]
Pre-employment screening checks: HR guide
Pre employment screening checks are a critical part of a business’s recruitment and onboarding process. The following guide looks at the various different types of checks that should be conducted and how to carry these out, as well as the legal, practical and financial consequences of failing to do so. What are the pre employment […]
