We’d like to share some more information about the scheme so you can start to consider whether this is something that you want to use. 

Each year, there will be one window per year to apply. This will be 1 February – 28 February. 

Eligible staff will be able to purchase up to 10 additional days, or 74 hours (pro rata for part-time and non-standard contracts staff).  

Applications can be made through an online form which will require your line manager’s approval.  

The purchase will be made via a salary sacrifice arrangement over the course of the annual leave year, and will require a temporary contract change for the duration of the agreement. Like other salary sacrifice arrangements, staff whose post-salary sacrifice pay would take them below the National Living Wage will be unable to participate.  

More detailed information including policy, line manager guidance, calculators and frequently asked questions will be published by the end of the calendar year.  

If you have any questions about the Annual Leave Purchase Scheme, please contact the Reward and Benefits team.