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Small businesses, salons, studios, shops and anyone hiring their first employee

Employment Contract (BCEA)

Covers everything section 29 of the BCEA says you must give a new employee in writing.

Quick answer

A employment contract (bcea) is a written agreement used by small businesses, salons, studios, shops and anyone hiring their first employee in South Africa. This template covers all 16 bcea s29 written particulars, hours & overtime within bcea limits, wage, payments in kind & lawful deductions, annual, sick & family leave and more, drafted with POPIA, the CPA and the ECT Act in mind.

The problem it solves: Hiring someone on a handshake, then a CCMA case with nothing in writing.

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What's inside

  • 01All 16 BCEA s29 written particulars
  • 02Hours & overtime within BCEA limits
  • 03Wage, payments in kind & lawful deductions
  • 04Annual, sick & family leave
  • 05Fair probation
  • 06Notice & fair dismissal
  • 07Confidentiality
  • 08POPIA clause

Good to know

Do I have to give employees a written contract?+

Section 29 of the BCEA requires written particulars of employment when someone starts. This contract covers all of them.

Does this work for domestic workers?+

Mostly, but check the Sectoral Determination for domestic workers for extra rules on hours and pay.

Can I pay less than minimum wage during probation?+

No. The national minimum wage applies from day one.

Is this legal advice?+

No. It's a professionally structured starting point. For high-value or unusual deals, have an attorney review your completed document.

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