Resources

Hiring a new member of staff can be time consuming and costly - especially if you get it wrong. That’s why many employers use trial shifts as a way to check out a potential new hire before offering them the job. It’s a great way for employers and workers alike to get a feel for each other. But how do trial shifts work exactly, and what are the pros and cons?

It can be an uncomfortable subject for some, but it’s important that employers are aware of long-term sick pay requirements - and that employees know their rights. With that in mind, we’ve rounded up the details of long-term sick pay, so everyone can know where they stand.

Working for seven days in a row? No thank you. Working for seven days in a row followed by seven days off? Now we’re talking. The 7 on 7 off schedule might seem a little out there, but it’s a popular shift pattern that has certainly its benefits. Here’s the lowdown on the 7 on 7 off schedule, helping you to make up your own mind about this work hard, rest hard approach.

Working for seven days in a row? No thank you. Working for seven days in a row followed by seven days off? Now we’re talking. The 7 on 7 off schedule might seem a little out there, but it’s a popular shift pattern that has certainly its benefits. Here’s the lowdown on the 7 on 7 off schedule, helping you to make up your own mind about this work hard, rest hard approach.

Working for seven days in a row? No thank you. Working for seven days in a row followed by seven days off? Now we’re talking. The 7 on 7 off schedule might seem a little out there, but it’s a popular shift pattern that has certainly its benefits. Here’s the lowdown on the 7 on 7 off schedule, helping you to make up your own mind about this work hard, rest hard approach.

Working for seven days in a row? No thank you. Working for seven days in a row followed by seven days off? Now we’re talking. The 7 on 7 off schedule might seem a little out there, but it’s a popular shift pattern that has certainly its benefits. Here’s the lowdown on the 7 on 7 off schedule, helping you to make up your own mind about this work hard, rest hard approach.

Working for seven days in a row? No thank you. Working for seven days in a row followed by seven days off? Now we’re talking. The 7 on 7 off schedule might seem a little out there, but it’s a popular shift pattern that has certainly its benefits. Here’s the lowdown on the 7 on 7 off schedule, helping you to make up your own mind about this work hard, rest hard approach.

Imagine working the same number of hours but getting a regular extra day off every two weeks.

This guide explains what a 30 day review is, why it matters for new team members, and how to run one that supports them without adding extra admin.

Work/life balance tops most teams’ wishlist. Compressed hours can make those dreams come true. Find out how they can boost morale without losing productivity.

No one wants certain shifts – unless double time pay is on offer. It’s a way to get your team to pick up less desirable shifts, and say thanks, too. Here’s what you need to know.

Rosters have you scratching your head? Don’t fret. Here, we’ll break down exactly what rosters are, the types you might find used by hospitality businesses and what you should include in yours.

If you spend each night snugly tucked up in bed, a graveyard shift could sound like something from a bad dream. But it’s no nightmare. The graveyard shift is crucial to industries that work around the clock. But what is a graveyard shift exactly? It’s time to grab some Pro Plus, pull an all-nighter and bone up.