Nudge in the direction for the definition of a selfemployed archaeologist.

[P Prentice]

i would say that they are in avery sticky situation with hmrc. the advert asks for day rates and this alone is completely contrary to the position of a sub-contractor bidding for a piece of work whereby the bidder stands to make a profit or make a loss and thereby aford self-employed status. asking for travel expenses for applicants outside oxford area implies that none will be paid to contractors who only travel short distances - which would be illegal if enacted and clearly gives the impression that it is not for self-employed who manage their own expenses via the tax system. and as already noted the bajr rates imply they are to be supervised when a self employed contractor works under their own supervision at their own time etc etc. i would advise them to issue an apology for the confusion and either rethink their offer t & c or get properly qualified sub-contractors and expect to pay the proper bajr rate.