Agency Worker Policy (UK) 2026 Edition

Ensure agency workers are managed fairly, consistently and in line with UK employment legislation.

This professionally written Agency Worker Policy provides UK employers with a clear framework for engaging, managing and supporting temporary agency workers in accordance with the Agency Workers Regulations 2010.

Created by a Master's qualified HR Specialist (CIPD Level 7 Accredited), this editable policy is ideal for SMEs, hospitality businesses, care providers, warehouses and organisations that regularly engage agency staff.

The policy helps employers establish clear expectations, maintain compliance and ensure agency workers receive fair treatment throughout their assignments.

What's Included

✔ Agency Worker Policy (2026 Edition)

✔ Fully editable Microsoft Word document

✔ Ready to use professional policy framework

✔ Suitable for organisations using temporary agency staff

The policy covers:

✔ Agency Worker Regulations (AWR) requirements

✔ Day One rights and workplace access

✔ Manager responsibilities

✔ Assignment arrangements and inductions

✔ Equal treatment after 12 weeks

✔ Health and safety requirements

✔ Conduct and workplace expectations

✔ Ending assignments and review procedures

Why Choose This Policy?

Save Time

Avoid creating agency worker policies from scratch. Simply customise with your organisation's details and implement immediately.

Support Compliance

Designed to help employers manage agency workers in line with UK legislation and good employment practice.

Protect Your Business

Provide managers with a clear framework for onboarding, supervising and supporting agency workers effectively.

Professional and Easy to Use

Written in clear, practical language suitable for SMEs and organisations without dedicated HR support.

Who Is This For?

✔ UK SMEs

✔ Hospitality Employers

✔ Care Providers

✔ Warehouses and Distribution Businesses

✔ HR Managers

✔ Business Owners

✔ Organisations that engage temporary agency staff

File Format

You will receive:

✔ Microsoft Word (.docx) file

✔ Fully editable template

✔ Instant digital download

Compatible with Microsoft Word, Google Docs and other word processing software.

Looking for a Complete HR System?

This policy forms part of the wider KBM Templates HR collection.

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Licence & Usage

This document is licensed for personal and internal business use only.

You may edit and use the policy within your organisation but may not:

✔ Resell

✔ Redistribute

✔ Share externally

✔ Upload for public use

All content is copyright © KBM Templates.

Legal Disclaimer

This document provides general HR guidance based on UK employment legislation and HR best practice. It does not constitute legal advice. Employers should seek professional advice where required for specific workplace situations.