Recruitment & Employment Confederation

Not all agencies work to the same high standards.

As the association for the recruitment and staffing industry in the UK, the REC have procedures in place to ensure that each of its members operate ethically and comply with its Code of Good Practice.

Dealing with you and your personal data

REC members will only submit job seekers' CVs for genuine and appropriate opportunities

Job seeker's agreement must be obtained before a CV or any personal details which might identify them are displayed on any website

REC members will pay temporary staff promptly, as specified in the members' contract

REC members will provide references for temporary workers unless they can justify their decision for refusing to provide one

REC members will not approach a current employer without the jobseeker's permission. Information obtained through a reference will be treated as confidential

Standards

REC members comply with all relevant legislation, including holiday pay, sick pay and maternity/paternity leave
REC members must deal with jobseekers fairly, openly, honestly and courteously at all times
Complaints raised with the REC against members by jobseekers will be dealt with under the REC complaints and disciplinary procedures
REC members must actively promote equal opportunities in employment

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