The Contractor Handbook for Self-Employed Contractors
Everything you need to understand your responsibilities, payments and conduct when working through QPS.
Working as a self-employed contractor gives you flexibility and independence, but it also comes with important responsibilities. From CIS deductions and timesheets to health and safety, site conduct and confidentiality, it is essential to understand what is expected throughout each assignment.
This practical handbook has been created for self-employed contractors engaged through QPS under the Construction Industry Scheme. It explains the key standards, processes and policies that apply while working on assignment, helping you stay informed, compliant and prepared.
What you'll learn
Understanding your self-employed status
What it means to work as a self-employed contractor through QPS and the responsibilities that come with this status.
How CIS payments work
How the Construction Industry Scheme applies to your payments, including HMRC verification, deductions and payment statements.
Working safely and professionally on assignment
The standards expected when attending client sites, including punctuality, conduct, PPE and site procedures.
Timesheets, payments and expenses
How to submit authorised hours, avoid payment delays and claim approved expenses correctly.
Your rights, conduct and responsibilities
Guidance on equality, confidentiality, data protection, social media, anti-bribery and respectful workplace behaviour.
Reporting concerns and unacceptable behaviour
What to do if you experience or witness unsafe practices, harassment, exploitation, wrongdoing or other serious concerns.
Starting and ending assignments correctly
The steps to follow when beginning, completing or leaving an assignment, including returning property and submitting outstanding timesheets.
The QPS Contractor Code of Conduct
A clear summary of the professional, ethical and safety standards expected from every contractor representing QPS.
