If you hire a freelancer, consultant or contractor it means that:
- they are self-employed or are part of other companies
- they often look after their own tax and National Insurance contributions (NICs)
- they might not be entitled to the same rights as workers, such as minimum wage
- you’re still responsible for their health and safety
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Step 1: Decide what type of employee you need
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and Check you can afford to take on employees
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Step 2: Make your workplace safe and accessible for employees
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Step 3: Register as an employer and set up PAYE
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Step 4: Check your responsibilities around workplace pensions
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Step 5: Get Employers’ Liability insurance
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Step 6: Recruit and employ staff
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