FE Principal Annual Leave Calculator
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How much annual leave do you get? This calculator shows leave entitlement for a FE Principal based on your sector's terms: days and hours, pro-rata for part-time, plus bank holidays. Use it to check your entitlement or plan time off.
Assumptions and pay data
Pay data: Further Education pay. Illustrative; based on AoC/UCU FE pay. Colleges set their own scales. Check AoC or your college for current rates.
- Leave entitlement is based on your sector's terms (e.g. NHS AfC, NJC, Civil Service). Figures are illustrative; check your contract and employer for exact entitlement.
- Part-time: we pro-rate by your contracted hours vs full-time hours for your sector.
- Bank holidays: as per your sector (England & Wales typically 8). Scotland and Northern Ireland may differ.
Annual Leave Calculator
You'll see:
- Your annual leave entitlement in days and hours
- Pro-rata for part-time and for partial years
- Bank holidays and total time off
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Frequently asked questions
About this role
What is a FE Principal?
An FE Principal leads a further education college, with responsibility for strategy, quality and finances. Pay is on senior leadership scales.
Is it a rewarding career?
College leadership offers high impact on learners and staff. Pay and satisfaction depend on college size and context. Progression to group or system roles is possible.
What is my annual leave entitlement?
Use the calculator above to see your leave in days and hours, including pro-rata for part-time and bank holidays. Entitlements are based on your sector's terms; check your contract for exact figures.
Disclaimer
This calculator provides illustrative estimates only and is not financial or career advice. Pay rules and allowances can change. Always check your employer or official sources for definitive figures.