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 TfL Manager 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: Transport sector pay. Illustrative; TfL, rail and highways use various agreements. Check your employer or union for current rates.

  • 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 TfL Manager?

A TfL Manager leads a team or function within Transport for London. Pay is on TfL management scales.

Is it a rewarding career?

TfL management offers operational impact. Pay and satisfaction depend on area and remit. Progression to senior manager is common.

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.