With over 30 years of experience serving Essex and Suffolk, we handle every aspect of the process —from maintaining our comprehensive database of vetted local candidates to managing payroll, contracts, and compliance. This means we can quickly match you with qualified staff for unexpected absences, seasonal demand, or any temporary staffing challenge that arises.
Are you facing unexpected staff shortages? We have a large GDPR-compliant CRM database with multiple local candidates, allowing us to respond quickly to your staffing needs. Whether you need to cover sudden absences or manage seasonal increases in workload, our pool of thoroughly vetted candidates is ready to fill those gaps. We efficiently match the right individuals to your specific requirements, minimising disruption to your operations. Our approach saves you time and ensures that the temporary staff we provide are fully qualified and prepared to contribute from day one.
We provide flexible Temporary-to-Permanent positions that offer an effective solution for employers looking to make informed hiring decisions. This approach allows you to bring on a potential future employee in a temporary capacity, giving both you and the candidate the opportunity to evaluate fit and performance in a real-world work setting. After a mutually agreed-upon period, if the employee demonstrates that they are a strong match for your team and business needs, you can easily transition them into a full-time permanent role. This arrangement boosts your confidence in long-term hiring decisions and minimises risk, ensuring that the candidate is well-aligned with your company's culture and objectives. + The invoices for the client would be split over 12 week period so it’s more cost effective for the company. Rather than straight to Perm – upfront fee straight away
Our dedicated in-house accounts team takes care of all payroll needs for your temporary staff. From the moment you onboard a team member, we oversee every aspect of their contract to ensure full compliance and accuracy. This includes processing payroll, managing tax and national insurance contributions, and handling holiday entitlements. If you have any questions about pay, our accounts team is just a phone call away, ready to provide quick solutions. By managing these essential HR and financial processes, we give you peace of mind, allowing you to concentrate on what you do best—focusing on your business.
At Prime Appointments, we have a thorough screening process to ensure we only provide the best candidates. Each candidate undergoes detailed interviews, right-to-work checks and reference checks. We also verify their work history and qualifications to ensure they’re a perfect fit for your temporary role. Our vetting process helps us match candidates with the right experience, skills, and attitude for your business.
Yes, we can! If you have specific preferences or need to work with a temp who has been previously placed by us, we can arrange that. We maintain a detailed record of past temps, so you can be sure to work with someone you’re comfortable with, or who has already demonstrated their reliability and skills.
Your temp will submit a timesheet that includes their hours worked. Once filled out, you will sign off on the timesheet to confirm the hours. This ensures accuracy and aligns with your business’s requirements.
The cost of hiring a temp can vary depending on the role, industry, and the specific requirements of the job. Our pricing is transparent, and we’ll provide you with a detailed breakdown of the costs upfront. This covers the temp’s pay, statutory contributions, and our agency’s margin. Get in touch with us for a personalised quote based on your needs.
Temporary staff are paid on a weekly basis, with payment sent directly to them a week in arrears. This includes their hourly rate, holiday pay, pension contributions, national insurance, and other relevant deductions. Invoices for the temp’s wages are then sent to you, which cover the total cost.
The duration of a temp placement depends on your business needs. Whether it's for a short-term project, seasonal work, or a longer-term role, we can match you with the right temp for the duration you need. For longer placements, we can also offer temp-to-perm options if you're considering a permanent hire after the temporary period.
Looking to turn a temporary hire into a permanent team member? We can help! Our temp-to-perm option allows you to assess how well the temp integrates with your team before making a long-term commitment. If you choose to bring them on permanently, we'll support you through the transition for a smooth and efficient process. Let's find the right fit together!
We cover a broad range of sectors, including accountancy, finance, engineering, manufacturing, warehouse, office, and administration. Our recruitment consultants are specialists in these industries and deeply understand the unique challenges and requirements each sector faces. Whether you need a temp for a short-term project or a more specialised role, we’ll match you with someone who fits your business needs and is familiar with the specific demands of your industry.
Yes, we can! All of our temp staff are employed directly by us, so they’re always on our official payroll. You don’t need to worry about payroll or tax responsibilities—we handle that for you. You’ll simply pay the invoice we send, which covers the temp’s wages, statutory contributions, and our agency fees. It’s a seamless process that ensures compliance and saves you time.
If a temporary worker isn't quite meeting your expectations, please reach out to us right away. We're here to help and can arrange for a replacement or make adjustments to find the perfect fit for you. Your satisfaction is our top priority, and we want to make sure you're happy with your temporary staff!
