There are some differences that you need to be aware when you decide to borrow or second an employee.
Borrow an employee
Use this for short-term changes:
ā¢ Example: covering a shift for a week or a few days.
ā¢ You add them to another siteās rota temporarily so itās properly staffed.
ā¢ Itās flexible and helps with quick scheduling adjustments.
Second an employee
Use this for longer-term changes:
ā¢ Example: someone moving to another site for several months like covering maternity leave.
ā¢ Their role is formally changed for that period.
So, in simple terms:
If you want for short cover you use Borrow.
If you need for longer assignment use Secondment.