How long should a temp-to-perm placement last before making a permanent offer?

Most businesses assess candidates over 8–12 weeks before making a permanent hiring decision, although this can vary depending on the role and business needs.

Can we hire a temporary staff on a permanent basis before the trial period ends?

Yes, candidates can often be hired permanently sooner, subject to the agreed terms of the assignment.

What types of roles are suitable for temp-to-perm recruitment?

Temp-to-perm recruitment can work for a wide range of positions, but it is particularly common for cleaners, warehouse operatives, administrators, customer service representatives, finance staff, and support roles.

What happens if the employee isn't the right fit for our business?

If the employee isn't suitable, we can source an alternative, helping to reduce hiring risk and minimise disruption to your operations.

Temp-to-perm

Try before you hire

Not every hiring decision needs to start with a permanent contract.

Our temp-to-perm solution allows you to assess a candidate's skills, attitude and cultural fit in the workplace before making a long-term commitment.
It's a lower-risk way to build your team while maintaining flexibility.

How Tem-to-Perm Recruitment Works
1.   Candidate starts on a temporary basis.
2.   You assess performance in a real working environment.
3.   If successful, you offer a permanent position.
4.   We manage the transition process.

Why Employers Choose Temp-to-perm

Reduced hiring risk
Better cultural fit assessment
Real-world performance evaluation
Faster access to talent
Lower chance of a bad hire

Need Temporary Staff Fast?
Whether you're covering holidays, managing sickness absence, supporting an event, or assessing future permanent hires, our temporary recruitment specialists can help. We can also provide staff for holiday cover, sickness cover, maternity, and event staff.

Speak to a consultant today.

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Success Story: Temporary Cleaner becomes permanent member of staff

After joining Stafffinders as a temporary Cleaner in January 2025, our candidate quickly established himself as a reliable and hardworking member of the team. Over 16 months, he completed hundreds of shifts, regularly stepping in at short notice and earning excellent feedback from colleagues and management.

His dedication and consistent performance led to an offer of a permanent position, which he officially began in June 2026. A great example of how temporary opportunities can lead to long-term career success when the right person finds the right role.