Ask the Experts: What to do when employing someone for the first time

AMS Accountancy Ltd explains the most important things to to do when employing a new employee.

The most important things are:

• You must pay at least the National Minimum wage – see National Minimum Wage.
• If your business works with vulnerable people or security, apply for a DBS check (formerly CRB).
• Get employers’ liability insurance as soon as you become an employer.
• Send a written job description (including Terms & Conditions) to your employee.
• When employing someone for over 1 month, give them a written statement of employment.
• Register as an employer with HMRC 4 weeks before paying your employee.

Don’t leave everything till the last minute!