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Contracting Experience
We work with contractors who want to deliver meaningful, outcome focused work across the public sector. Our approach is built on clarity, fairness and efficiency, giving you full visibility of each stage in the process, from capability match through to onboarding and delivery focused work across the public sector. Our approach is built on clarity, fairness and efficiency
Whether you’re joining an existing team or stepping into a new programme, our goal is to make your experience smooth and predictable. We respect your independence as a contractor while ensuring you have the guidance, support and information you need to hit the ground running.
Step by Step Recruiting Process for Contractors
Support During Your Engagement
We’re committed to providing consistent, reliable support from the moment you start your assignment. You’ll always have a clear point of contact and access to the information you need to deliver your best work. Alongside this, you’ll benefit from our leading wellbeing tools, including the Unmind wellbeing platform and our Mental Health First Aider programme. We also carry out mid‑assignment check‑ins to make sure you’re settled, supported, and set up for success.
My lead agent has been extremely helpful, he took the time to explain the process clearly to me and answer my questions. He gave recommendations for a preferred umbrella company and useful information for the future in a patient and friendly manner. All email communications I’ve received so far have been clear and informative.”
Yasmin, PSR Contractor
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PSR is a government-let organisation that connects talented contractors with government departments and bodies. We’re managed by AMS, a leading workforce solutions organisation on behalf of the Crown Commercial Services (CCS).
There are several ways to engage with PSR, whether as a limited company, an umbrella worker, or a PAYE worker. Our preferred partner for all engagement routes is Giant. We have worked with them for many years and have strong processes in place to ensure you receive the best possible service. For more information, including net income illustrations and the benefits of joining Giant Umbrella, please visit: https://www.giantgroup.com/umbrella
You can register for PSR using the 'Sign In/Register' tab at the top of our website or you can apply for one of our live roles by clicking here. You can also find out more about our customers and the sectors that we supply to here.
Security Vetting requirements will vary from customer to role requirements. As an indicator, you will usually be expected to provide confirmation of your right to work along with other proofs of identify and referencing checks. In some cases you may be required to undergo enhanced clearance checks such as DBS or similar.
Please contact our 24/7 chatbot, Vero or our helpdesk for further information. If you are engaged through an agency or Umbrella company, you should get in touch with them in the first instance.
The typical date for payments is Friday however this can vary if you are engaged through an agency or Umbrella company, or are a limited business. Please check with your contract provider to confirm your payment date.
You can request a reference for a previous PSR contract by contacting - HelpDesk@PublicSectorResourcing.co.uk - they will be able to confirm the contract start and end dates.
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