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UK temp worker cost calculator

Estimate the annual agency spend for a temp worker supplied to cover short-term or longer assignments.

This is for agency-supplied temp staff. Add any extras such as onboarding, PPE, software or time lost to short assignment gaps.

Estimated annual agency cost

£55,848.00

£50,600.00 base placement cost before markup

Base placement cost
£50,600.00
Agency markup / fee
£4,048.00
Other annual costs
£1,200.00
Total annual agency spend
£55,848.00

This planner assumes the day rate already reflects the placement rate. It does not include VAT or detailed agency contract terms.

When this is useful

Use this when you need to budget for agency staff, office cover or a temporary assignment that is expected to last more than a few weeks.

What is included

The calculator adds the placement rate, any agency markup and your own extra costs such as onboarding, PPE or software.

Important limits

This is a planning estimate only. It does not include VAT, detailed agency contract terms, holiday pay rules, or any tax and employment-status issues.