So, I landed a role that was advertised as a 12 month contract.
The contract that I signed stated that it was a 12 month contract. When I rocked up to the client last week, the team leader showed me around the place and introduced me as "the guy brought in to cover for Maternity Leave".
When I questioned him about this he told me that the lady in question was due to return to work in 6 months time and that when she did, my services would no longer be required. He then said that if she decides not to return then he would be looking for a permanent replacement. He says that a 12 month contract was never raised with the agent...
Tried to contact the pimp but not heard back (funny that).
I realise that contracting carries the risk that gigs may end at any time (and I'm not bleating about that), but I wondered where I stand legally on my situation. The pimp never mentioned maternity cover to me and stated categorically that the contract is for 12 months (as does my contract).
I suspect I'm just going to have suck it up and get on with the situation but would welcome any comments or advice please...
The contract that I signed stated that it was a 12 month contract. When I rocked up to the client last week, the team leader showed me around the place and introduced me as "the guy brought in to cover for Maternity Leave".
When I questioned him about this he told me that the lady in question was due to return to work in 6 months time and that when she did, my services would no longer be required. He then said that if she decides not to return then he would be looking for a permanent replacement. He says that a 12 month contract was never raised with the agent...
Tried to contact the pimp but not heard back (funny that).
I realise that contracting carries the risk that gigs may end at any time (and I'm not bleating about that), but I wondered where I stand legally on my situation. The pimp never mentioned maternity cover to me and stated categorically that the contract is for 12 months (as does my contract).
I suspect I'm just going to have suck it up and get on with the situation but would welcome any comments or advice please...
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