⏱️ Work Hours & Pay Calculator

Calculate work hours, breaks, overtime, and pay. Track multiple shifts, different pay rates, and generate detailed timesheets. Perfect for freelancers, contractors, and employees!

📅 Shift Details

Start Time

Shift start time

End Time

Shift end time

Date

Work date

⏰ Common Shifts:

💰 Pay Rate & Currency

Hourly Rate

Rate per hour

Overtime Multiplier

× regular rate

e.g., 1.5 for time-and-a-half

Overtime After

hours/day

Overtime starts after this

💼 Common Rates:

☕ Breaks

Total Break Time

minutes

Unpaid break time

Break Type

⏱️ Common Breaks:

📋 Multiple Shifts (Optional)

Add multiple shifts for the same day or week

📊 Work Hours & Pay Summary

Total Hours

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Regular Hours

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Overtime Hours

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Total Pay

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Enter shift details to calculate

Currency: £ GBP

📝 How It Works & Labor Laws

Formulas:

Total Hours = End Time - Start Time - Break Time (if unpaid)
Regular Hours = Minimum(Total Hours, Overtime Threshold)
Overtime Hours = Maximum(0, Total Hours - Overtime Threshold)
Regular Pay = Regular Hours × Hourly Rate
Overtime Pay = Overtime Hours × Hourly Rate × Overtime Multiplier
Total Pay = Regular Pay + Overtime Pay

UK Working Time Regulations:

Maximum 48-hour average working week (can opt out)
11 hours rest between shifts
24 hours uninterrupted rest per week (or 48 hours per fortnight)
20-minute break for shifts over 6 hours
5.6 weeks (28 days) paid annual leave for full-time workers

Overtime Rules (UK):

No statutory right to overtime pay - depends on contract
Common overtime rates: Time-and-a-half (1.5×), Double time (2×)
Overtime often paid after 37.5-40 hours per week
Check your employment contract for specific terms

⚠️ Important: This calculator is for estimation only. Always refer to your employment contract and consult with HR or legal professionals for accurate pay calculations.