Different ways of working

Overview

Full-time and part-time work, flexible hours and the right to request them, permanent, temporary and freelance contracts, and remote working and technology.

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Questions from this subtopic

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1. 1

   What is full-time work?

   Model answer

   Full-time work usually means working around 35 or more hours a week. Full-time staff are available throughout the working week.

2. 2

   What is part-time work?

   Model answer

   Part-time work means working fewer hours than a full-time employee. A part-time job suits students and people with caring responsibilities.

3. 3

   Why might a restaurant employ part-time staff?

   Model answer

   Part-time staff let the restaurant cover busy periods, such as lunchtimes, without paying for quiet hours. The restaurant gains flexibility at lower cost.

4. 4

   What are flexible hours?

   Model answer

   Flexible hours let employees choose when they work, within agreed limits. Flexitime usually requires staff to be present during set core hours.

5. 5

   What are the benefits of flexible hours for a business?

   Model answer

   Flexible hours can raise motivation and help retain staff with family commitments. A business offering flexibility can also attract a wider range of applicants.

6. 6

   What right to request flexible working do UK employees have?

   Model answer

   Since April 2024, UK employees can request flexible working from their first day in a job. An employer must consider the request but can refuse it for a sound business reason.

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