Police Community Support Officer Reduced/Compressed Hours Calculator
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Looking at a 4-day week, 9-day fortnight, term-time only or annualised hours? This calculator shows how your pay would look for a Police Community Support Officer under different reduced or compressed patterns compared to full-time. Compare FTE and annual pay so you can weigh up options.
Assumptions and pay data
Pay data: Police pay (England & Wales). Illustrative; based on Police Remuneration Review Body 2024/25. Constables progress through 7 points. PCSO pay is separate (force-dependent). Check gov.uk police pay or your force.
- Figures are illustrative. We pro-rate full-time band pay by FTE (e.g. 0.8 for 4-day week, 0.9 for 9-day fortnight). Term-time and annualised hours use the same dataset; employer rules may differ.
- All amounts are gross. Tax, NI and pension are not deducted.
Reduced/Compressed Hours Calculator
You'll see:
- Full-time pay vs your chosen pattern (e.g. 4-day week, term-time)
- Pro-rated annual pay and the difference
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Frequently asked questions
About this role
What is a Police Community Support Officer?
A Police Community Support Officer (PCSO) supports policing with a visible presence and community contact. They do not have full constable powers. Pay is on PCSO scales.
Is it a rewarding career?
PCSO roles offer community contact and variety. Pay and conditions depend on force. Some progress to constable or other roles.
What about 4-day weeks or compressed hours?
Many employers support 4-day weeks, 9-day fortnights, term-time only or annualised hours. Use the calculator above to compare full-time pay with your chosen pattern for your band.
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.