1. What is a Term Time Only Salary Calculator?

Definition: This calculator determines the pro-rata salary for employees who work only during school terms plus statutory holidays.

Purpose: It helps schools and employees calculate fair compensation for term-time-only contracts in the UK.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the formula:

Where:

• Salary — Adjusted term time salary (GBP)
• Full Salary — Annual salary for full-year employment (GBP)
• Term Weeks — Number of weeks worked during school terms
• Holidays — Paid holiday entitlement (default 5.6 weeks for UK statutory minimum)

Explanation: The formula proportionally reduces the full-time salary based on the fraction of the year worked.

3. Importance of Term Time Salary Calculation

Details: Accurate calculation ensures compliance with employment law and fair compensation for part-year workers.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter the full-time equivalent salary, number of term weeks worked (typically 38-40 for schools), and holiday entitlement (default 5.6 weeks).

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: What is the statutory holiday entitlement in the UK?
A: Most workers are entitled to 5.6 weeks (28 days for full-time) paid holiday per year, pro-rated for part-time workers.

Q2: How many term weeks are typical in UK schools?
A: Most schools have 39 term weeks, but this can vary by local authority.

Q3: Can holiday entitlement be included in term weeks?
A: No, holidays should be calculated separately as they are paid time off in addition to term weeks.

Q4: Is this calculator specific to UK employment law?
A: Yes, it follows UK statutory requirements. Other countries may have different calculations.

Q5: How is this different from part-time salary calculation?
A: Term-time contracts are considered part-year (not part-time) as they involve full-time hours during working weeks.