Telephone: 01226 733 209

Other Aspects of Umbrella

The company's holiday period runs from 1st January through to 31st December each year and entitles the employee to 28 days inclusive of bank holidays, pro-rata to the time worked within the holiday year.

We guarantee that all holiday pay is accumulated on 12.07% of your hourly pay rate and not on National Minimum Wage as some umbrella companies prefer to calculate.

It is then saved and paid to you when you require a holiday or your contract ends, ensuring that your funds reflect your average weekly pay subject to tax.

Insurance

Whilst working on an assignment, Orbital ensures that you are covered by a comprehensive insurance package to safe-guard against any potential hazards.

Below is a breakdown of what cover we provide whilst you are using the services of Orbital.

  • Public & Products Liability.
  • Employers Liability.
  • Professional Indemnity.
  • Personal Accident Cover.

Health & Safety

We are always keen to stress the importance of health and safety in the work place which is why we provide a health and safety manual to all Orbital workers.

The employee has a duty to familiarise themselves with both the company and the clients health and safety policy on each assignment.

Legislation

We always strive to adhere to all latest HMRC regulations by which Umbrella companies operate. Using Umbrella removes the worry of operating outside IR35 and MSC legislation as your tax and N.I. is processed at source through PAYE.

Aspects of Umbrella

SSP (Statutory Sick Pay)

Whilst working under any contract of service, you may be entitled to claim SSP if you are unable to attend work due to injury or illness. If you are off work at least four days in a row you will be required to complete a Self Certification form, and also provide some form of medical evidence from the eighth day onwards. From the 6th April 2010 the standard weekly rate for SSP is £79.15 per week and the maximum claim time is 28 weeks.

SMP (Statutory Maternity Pay)

You may be able to claim maternity pay to help you take time off work before and after your baby is born. To qualify for this you must have been employed for at least 26 weeks into the 15th week before the week your baby is due. SMP can be paid continuously up to 39 weeks and is subject to Tax and National Insurance contributions.

SPP (Statutory Paternity Pay)

SPP applies when your wife, partner or civil partner gives birth or adopts a child and your employer can pay you for one to two weeks leave time. If your average weekly earnings are £97 or more (before tax), Ordinary Statutory Paternity Pay is paid for one or two consecutive weeks at £124.88 or 90 per cent of your average weekly earnings if this is less. Payments are subject to deductions for Tax and National Insurance.

For further advice on the issues listed above please visit
www.direct.gov.uk

Orbital Management Services, 10 Regent Street South, Barnsley S70 2HT. Contact Number: 01226 733 209. Email: info@orbitalservices.co.uk
Company Number: 06435616. Copyright © 2010 Orbital Management Services Ltd.