Term Time Only Salary Calculator
Calculate your pro-rata Term Time Only (TTO) salary in the UK. Instantly estimate your annual, weekly, and monthly earnings based on FTE or hourly rates.
TTO Salary Estimator
Calculate your term-time earnings and monthly pay
Select how your contract states your pay.
The salary you would earn if you worked 52 weeks a year.
Standard UK school term time is 39 weeks. Check your contract for exact weeks.
Most local authorities spread pay over 12 months, but some pay only during term time.
TTO Salary Estimate
Pro-Rata Annual, Weekly & Monthly Pay
Enter your pay details and click Calculate TTO Salary to see your estimated term-time earnings.
TTO Pro-Rata Percentage Table
The percentage of a full-time (52-week) salary you will actually receive based on the number of weeks you work per year. Standard UK term time is 39 weeks (75%).
| Working Weeks | Pro-Rata Percentage | Holiday Weeks |
|---|---|---|
| 37 Weeks | 71.15% | 15 Weeks |
| 38 Weeks | 73.08% | 14 Weeks |
| 39 Weeks | 75.00% | 13 Weeks |
| 40 Weeks | 76.92% | 12 Weeks |
| 41 Weeks | 78.85% | 11 Weeks |
Term Time Only Pay & Contracts FAQ
Everything you need to know about TTO salaries, pro-rata calculations, and school staff pay in the UK.
A Term Time Only (TTO) salary is calculated by taking the full-time equivalent (FTE) annual salary and multiplying it by the proportion of the year you actually work. The standard UK school year is 39 weeks out of 52. The formula is: (FTE Annual Salary ÷ 52) × Working Weeks. For example, if the FTE salary is £30,000 and you work 39 weeks, your pro-rata salary is (£30,000 ÷ 52) × 39 = £22,500 per year.
This depends on your specific contract and how your employer structures your pay. Many local authorities and schools spread your annual pro-rata salary evenly over 12 months, meaning you receive a steady monthly paycheck even during the holidays. However, some contracts only pay you during the weeks you actually work (usually 39 weeks), meaning your monthly pay during term time will be higher, but you will receive no income during school holidays.
The standard number of working weeks for Term Time Only staff in UK schools is 39 weeks per year. This accounts for the 13 weeks of school holidays (summer, Christmas, and Easter breaks) plus any additional inset/training days. Some contracts may specify 38 or 40 weeks depending on the specific school’s term dates and inset days.
If you are paid an hourly rate rather than an annual FTE salary, your TTO hourly rate should theoretically match the full-time hourly rate. To find the full-time hourly rate, divide the FTE annual salary by 52 weeks, then divide by your weekly hours. Your actual annual TTO earnings are then calculated by multiplying your hourly rate by your weekly hours and then by your working weeks (e.g., 39).
Yes, under UK law, part-time and term-time only workers are entitled to the same benefits, pension contributions (such as the Local Government Pension Scheme or Teachers’ Pension Scheme), and statutory rights as full-time staff, but on a pro-rata basis. Your pension contributions will be based on your actual TTO salary, not the full-time equivalent salary.
Yes, many TTO employees can work additional hours outside of their contracted term-time weeks, such as during school holidays for summer programs, exam invigilation, or training. This overtime is usually paid separately at your standard hourly rate and is not included in your base pro-rata annual salary calculation.