Secure your first hires with a simple, compliant UK contract, based on professional HR standards.
What is it?
A foundational employment contract template and guide, containing all the clauses required by the Employment Rights Act 1996 to be legally compliant in the UK. It is designed for simplicity and immediate use, and includes the mandatory Employee Privacy Notice.
Who is it for?
✔ Startups hiring their first employees
✔ Small businesses needing core legal compliance with minimal complexity
✔ Employers who need a quick, easy-to-implement contract
✔ Anyone seeking to formalise employment terms accurately
What it helps you do:
Achieve UK Legal Compliance by including all mandatory 'Statement of Particulars' (ERA 1996) and the Employee Privacy Notice
Clearly define core terms like Job Title, Duties, Pay, and Place of Work
Establish statutory minimum entitlements for Holiday (5.6 weeks) and Sick Pay (SSP)
Set clear Probationary and Notice Periods
Ensure essential HR references for Grievance and Disciplinary Procedures are included
Provide a clear record of employment terms for both parties
What’s included:
Fully editable Employment Contract (Word document)
Comprehensive Contract Guide explaining "What to Insert" and "Why it Matters"
Mandatory Employee Privacy Notice
Mandatory clauses for Start Date, Continuous Employment, Pay, and Hours of Work
Statutory requirements for Pension, Other Leave, and Data Protection
Templates for confidentiality and intellectual property clauses
Signature & Acknowledgment pages
Why choose U-HR templates?
Designed specifically for small businesses and everyday HR situations
Simple, practical language with no legal jargon
More affordable than solicitor-written policies
Ready to download and customise instantly
📎 Instant download📎 Editable in Word