My missus has been on a 'temp' contract for a year - loved it, but it was maternity cover.  She's moved on another 'temp' contract for 3 months, so we've been working out travel as it's over the 'ship canal' in Exchange Quay (Manchester)  Anyway, she hasn't yet done a full weeks work over the past few weeks (holidays/handover) but the company have said she is 'permanent'.  Quite a big salary increase I believe.  I've recently registered with the same agency.... 
It's worth the extra 'hours' for me to drop her off then get to my work, and come back to collect her - she hasn't worked full time for a long time so will help her adjust.  It's a long day for both of us, out over 12 hours a day....