TUPE How it works within the commercial cleaning industry

If you’ve ever changed your office or commercial cleaning provider, you may have come across the term TUPE. It can sound complicated, but it’s actually a straightforward process when handled by a company that knows what it’s doing. At The Callver Cleaning Co (Team Callver), we’ve been managing TUPE transfers for over 20 years, and our approach is simple: we always do what’s required, and we do it properly.

What is TUPE?

TUPE stands for the Transfer of Undertakings (Protection of Employment) Regulations. In plain English, it means that when a business transfers a service contract from one company to another — like when you switch cleaning providers — the staff who currently carry out that work are legally protected. Their employment usually transfers across to the new provider, with their rights and terms safeguarded.

In the cleaning industry, TUPE is very common. Many of the cleaners you see every day in offices, schools, or commercial spaces may have transferred under TUPE at some point in their career.

How Team Callver Handles TUPE

For us, TUPE is not a headache — it’s part of what we do. Whether an employee is transferring in to Team Callver or transferring out to another provider, we make sure the process is smooth, respectful, and compliant with the law.

• Some employees decide not to transfer — and that’s their choice.

• Others hope that a new company will bring positive change.

• Either way, we communicate clearly, handle the paperwork correctly, and ensure that everyone involved is treated fairly.

Why Transferring to Team Callver is a Positive Move

We’ve built a strong reputation as a great company to work for. When employees transfer to Team Callver, they often find:

• Better pay and conditions compared with their previous employer.

• Ongoing training and support to help them succeed in their role.

• A workplace culture where people feel part of a team, not just a number.

We call ourselves Team Callver for a reason — because we believe in working together and looking after our people.

Reassuring Our Customers

If you’re considering switching to a new cleaning provider, TUPE doesn’t have to be something to worry about. With Team Callver, you can be confident that:

• We know the TUPE process inside out.

• We’ll take care of all the legal and HR requirements.

• We’ll handle conversations with staff professionally and sensitively.

• Your cleaning service will continue without disruption.

For over two decades, we’ve supported businesses across Watford and beyond with transitions like these. Our promise is simple: whatever TUPE requires, we will do — properly, fairly, and with professionalism.

In Summary

TUPE is part of the cleaning industry, and with the right provider, it’s nothing to fear. At The Callver Cleaning Co, we’ve built our business on trust, reliability, and expertise — and that includes how we manage TUPE.

So if you’re thinking about making a change, you can rest assured that with Team Callver, the process will be smooth, compliant, and positive — for your business and for the people involved.

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