Employees have specific terms and entitlements that, as an
employer, you must provide for them. You can find these
entitlements in multiple documents, such as the Modern Award or an
individual contract. Therefore, you must know the differences.
Modern Awards differ from individual employment contracts; they can
apply on an industry level or occupational level. The Awards cover
a range of different terms and conditions including pay, break
entitlements, allowances, and notice periods. Individual contracts
should not undercut the terms of a Modern Award and act in addition
to the National Employment Standards.
What is a Modern Award?
Modern Awards came into effect on 1 January 2010. It is an
industrial instrument that sets out terms and conditions of
employment. These terms are in addition to the
National Employment Standards (NES). The NES consists of 11
minimum entitlements required for all employees, like pay, breaks,
and leave.
