30 hours free childcare question: 19 March at 7:01PM in Benefits & tax credits 2 replies 186 views

Tommy_77723

Hi,

I am due to receive an increase in pay which I hope will mean I will earn enough for 30 hours free childcare

I understand that I need to earn £1976 over the next 3 months.

My net pay would be £2011.

But I pay into the local government pension scheme and this is deducted from my wage each month.

So my take home pay over the next 3 months would be around £1749 without this contribution.

Would I qualify based upon this?

poppy12345

Are you living with a partner? If so then you must both expect to earn at least the following amounts.

Over the next 3 months you and your partner (if you have one) must each expect to earn at least:

• £1,976 if you’re aged 23 or over
• £1,909 if you’re aged 21 or 22
• £1,420 if you’re aged 18 to 20
• £1,000 if you’re under 18 or an apprentice

https://www.gov.uk/30-hours-free-childcare

HillStreetBlues

It''s gross
But as it's based on 16 hours @ NMW it will be £2167  after April rises.