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The Standard Employment Contract Between Foreign Domestic Worker And Employer is essential for South African households employing foreign nationals as domestic workers. This document ensures compliance with South African employment legislation, particularly the Basic Conditions of Employment Act and Sectoral Determination 7, while addressing specific requirements for foreign workers under the Immigration Act. It should be used whenever engaging a foreign national for domestic work, providing comprehensive coverage of employment terms, conditions, and legal obligations. The contract includes provisions for wages, working hours, leave, accommodation, and other mandatory requirements, while ensuring proper documentation for work permit compliance. This standardized format helps protect both employer and employee rights while maintaining legal compliance with all relevant South African authorities.

1. Parties: Identification of the employer and employee, including full legal names, identification/passport numbers, and addresses

2. Background: Brief context explaining the employer's need for domestic worker services and the employee's status as a foreign worker

3. Definitions: Key terms used in the agreement including 'domestic work', 'premises', 'working hours', etc.

4. Nature of Employment: Description of job role, duties, and responsibilities of the domestic worker

5. Commencement and Duration: Start date and term of employment (fixed-term or indefinite)

6. Place of Work: Address where services will be performed and any requirements regarding live-in arrangements

7. Working Hours: Specified regular working hours, meal breaks, and rest periods as per legislation

8. Wages and Payment: Salary amount, payment method, frequency, and date of payment

9. Overtime and Public Holidays: Conditions and rates for overtime work and public holiday work

10. Leave Entitlements: Annual leave, sick leave, family responsibility leave, and maternity leave provisions

11. Accommodation and Meals: Details of any provided accommodation and meals, including terms and conditions

12. Social Security Benefits: UIF registration and contributions, workmen's compensation coverage

13. Notice Periods and Termination: Required notice periods and grounds for termination

14. Work Permits and Documentation: Requirements regarding valid work permits and other necessary documentation

15. General Conduct and Safety: Expected standards of conduct and safety protocols

16. Dispute Resolution: Process for handling disputes and grievances

17. Governing Law: Confirmation that South African law governs the agreement