How much annual leave do you get? This calculator shows leave entitlement for a Programme Leader 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 Programme Leader?

A Programme Leader in FE leads a course or curriculum area, managing lecturers and quality. Pay is typically on lecturer or management scales.

Is it a rewarding career?

Programme leadership offers curriculum impact and team leadership. Pay and satisfaction depend on college and scope. Progression to curriculum manager or senior leadership is common.

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.