Working via a recruitment agency
In the UK it is quite common to let a (specialised) recruitment agency help you to find the perfect job. They have the expertise concerning selection procedures, contracts, remunerations etc. and have the contacts with companies.
Almost all companies use the help of an agency to find suitable staff. Most agencies are member of an employer's federation (f.e. REC). These ensure that good employee benefits are being observed. Recruitment agencies are free of charge to candidates registering.
you can be offered a contract directly with the company
you can be offered a fixed-term contract (contracting)
you can be offered a temporary placement
Contracting can be used e.g. for projects or replacement during maternity leave or long term illness, offering security for a certain period of time. Temporary placement means you will be working on a temporary contract which means a lot of freedom for both parties. This is also often used as a trial period for companies before actually offering a contract with the company.
Working via a recruitment agency means that you have a contract with the agency, but are actually working within another company. The recruitment agency is your formal employer and pays your salary.
Undutchables is specialised in office jobs such as administration, secretarial work, commerce, finance, IT and logistics. All candidates should have an excellent knowledge of their own language plus a good command of English. Our vacancies range from beginners positions up to executive level. Unfortunately we cannot help foreigners who wish to work in production, cleaning etc., but we might be able to provide you with addresses of other agencies that do deal in those fields.