Employment Agreement (Casual)
This Employment Agreement (Casual) is suitable for casual employees in any industry. This agreement is essential when hiring new casual employees for your business.
Last updated January 15, 2025
Suitable for Australia
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What is a casual employment contract?
What is a casual employment contract?
A casual employment contract is a written agreement setting out the terms for a worker hired on a casual basis, where hours and ongoing work aren't guaranteed.
It covers pay rate, including casual loading, hours of work, superannuation, and termination terms. Unlike full-time or part-time contracts, it doesn't promise regular hours or paid leave, reflecting the flexible nature of casual work itself.
Who is considered a casual employee under a casual employment agreement?
Who is considered a casual employee under a casual employment agreement?
A casual employee works irregular or flexible hours, has no guaranteed ongoing work, and can have their employment ended at short notice.
They receive a higher hourly rate, called casual loading, instead of paid leave. Since August 2024, this is defined by the actual nature of the working relationship under the Fair Work Act, not just what the contract calls it.
Do casual employees need an employment contract?
Do casual employees need an employment contract?
Yes, every casual employee should have a written employment contract, even though it's not strictly a legal requirement for casual work specifically.
A contract protects both sides by setting out pay, hours and termination terms clearly, and employers must also give casual employees the Casual Employment Information Statement when they start. Without one, disputes about pay rates or entitlements are much harder to resolve.
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The Legal Risk Score of a Employment Agreement (Casual) Template is Medium
Our legal team have marked this document as medium risk considering:
- The document allows the employer to unilaterally change the nature of the employee's role, duties, and reporting lines, which could lead to unexpected job responsibilities or a shift in career trajectory.
- The document specifies that the employer's policies are binding but clarifies that these policies do not form part of the employment contract, which might lead to confusion or misunderstandings about the enforceability of such policies.
- Employment legislation closely regulates casual work and there are penalties to using casual employment to deny an employee the entitlements they would have from full-time work.
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