Job Description by Acas

Updated 17 October 2025

This document provides a basic outline for creating a job description, detailing essential sections such as job title, department, main purposes, key tasks, and reporting structure. It serves as a foundational template that employers can adapt to define roles and responsibilities within their organization. The outline is designed to be straightforward and easy to customize.

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Outline of a Job Description

Job title:

Department/Section:

Main purposes of job:
1.
2.
3.

Key tasks:
1.
2.
3.

Key results/objectives:
1.
2.
3.

Responsible for staff/equipment:

Reporting to…
(name and title of line manager)

Note: This template is an example an employer can adapt or develop to meet its needs. For more information, see Acas guide Recruiting staff

About this template

What is this template?

Job Description by Acas is a free, ready-to-use Employment Contracts template you can open, customize, and download on GitLaw. It gives you a professionally structured starting point, so you never have to draft from a blank page. The wording is plain and modern, organized into clear sections that are easy to read, edit, and adapt to your own situation before you share or sign it.

When should you use it?

Reach for this Employment Contracts template whenever you need a reliable agreement quickly and want to be sure the essentials are covered. It suits individuals, freelancers, startups, and established businesses alike. Instead of paying for a document drafted from scratch, you can start here, tailor the details to your arrangement, and have a polished draft ready in minutes. Always review the final wording against the laws that apply where you live or do business.

What's typically included?

A well-drafted Employment Contracts usually sets out the parties involved, the scope of the agreement, and each side's rights and responsibilities. Expect sections covering key terms and definitions, how long the agreement lasts, how it can be ended, and what happens if something goes wrong. This template brings those building blocks together in a sensible order, so you can focus on the specifics rather than worrying about what to include. Open it to read the full document, then sign up to edit, negotiate, and e-sign it directly in GitLaw.