Overtime policy template
Guidance to managers of employees who are contractually eligible to receive overtime payments.
- 1 page / 237 words
- Instantly download as Word / PDF / plain text
- Suitable for worldwide use (but check local legislation)
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Overtime policy
1 Overview
1.1 The purpose of this policy is to provide guidance to managers of employees who are contractually eligible to receive overtime payments on the operation of overtime.
2 Scope
2.1 This policy is applicable to all employees of [company name].
3 General principles
3.1 Definition of overtime
Overtime is defined as any hours worked by an employee within a one week period that exceed the employees normal contracted hours and which have been worked with the agreement
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I use this template in my small business?
Yes. The Overtime policy template is designed to be flexible and suitable for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses and charities. It follows UK employment law best practice, so even if you don't have an in-house HR team, you can confidently apply it.
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Is this template compliant with 2025 UK employment law?
Absolutely. Like the Overtime policy template, all of our templates are drafted with the latest ACAS guidance and UK employment legislation in mind. We review and update them regularly, so you can be confident they remain compliant.
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Can I customise this template for my organisation?
Yes, in the Overtime policy template, as with all of our templates, we highlight the areas that you need to update with your own details, and where you need to make decisions to suit your situation. This saves you time and ensures that you meet best practice.
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Do I get instant access to the template?
Yes. Once purchased, you'll be able to download the Overtime policy template instantly. Templates are provided in editable Word or Excel format so you can customise them easily, and in PDF format for easy sharing.
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What if I need more help, not just this template?
If you're looking for broader support, we also offer toolkits and library bundles that include the Overtime policy template along with other HR templates and policies for fully managing your situation. These may be more cost-effective if you need a complete HR library.
