{"id":45565,"date":"2025-04-26T14:35:57","date_gmt":"2025-04-26T12:35:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/porady\/praca-na-pol-etatu-2\/"},"modified":"2025-08-28T15:40:41","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T13:40:41","slug":"part-time-job","status":"publish","type":"porady","link":"https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/en\/advices\/part-time-job\/","title":{"rendered":"Part-time job \u2013 how many hours, what salary?"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Part-time employment offers greater flexibility and a slightly lighter workload than full-time employment. However, it raises many questions. How many hours per month are part-time jobs? How much vacation time are part-time employees entitled to? Do they have the same rights as full-time employees?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"45567\" src=\"http:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Part-time job\" class=\"wp-image-45567\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>TABLE OF CONTENTS<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#kotwica1\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#kotwica1\">What is part-time work?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#kotwica2\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#kotwica2\">Part-time pay<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#kotwica3\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#kotwica3\">Part-time vacation time \u2013 how much is it?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#kotwica4\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#kotwica4\">Part-time work and overtime<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#kotwica5\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#kotwica5\">Part-time work and retirement \u2013 \u200b\u200bwhat do you need to know?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#kotwica6\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#kotwica6\">Who is part-time work for?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#kotwica7\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#kotwica7\">Part-time contract \u2013 what should it look like?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#kotwica8\" data-type=\"internal\" data-id=\"#kotwica8\">Benefits of part-time work \u2013 what are they?<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"#kotwica9\">How to find a part-time job?<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:6px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kotwica1\"><strong>What is part-time work? How many hours does it involve?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Part-time work is a form of part-time employment in which the employee performs their duties for half the standard working hours of full-time employment. According to the Labor Code, full-time work typically involves 40 hours per week (8 hours per day, 5 days per week). This means that half-time work means approximately 20 hours per week \u2013 or 4 hours per day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s worth remembering that part-time work can be individually agreed upon in the contract \u2013 for example, as 1\/2, 3\/4, or 1\/3 full-time \u2013 and the salary and employee benefits are proportional to the employment duration. Part-time work offers more flexibility and can be a good solution for those who cannot or do not want to work full-time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">It&#8217;s good to know that the Labor Code clearly defines what constitutes part-time work. Depending on the contract, an employee may be employed on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u00bc full-time position, which corresponds to 10 hours of work per week<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00bd full-time position, which corresponds to 20 hours of work per week<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u00be full-time position, which corresponds to 30 hours of work per week<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Read also:<\/mark><\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/en\/advices\/working-on-a-production-line\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/en\/advices\/working-on-a-production-line\/\">Working on a production line \u2013 what does it look like?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:7px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-2 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" data-id=\"45573\" src=\"http:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-2-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Part time job\" class=\"wp-image-45573\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-2-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-2-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-2-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-2-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-2.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Read also:<\/mark><\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/porady\/temperatura-w-pracy\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/porady\/temperatura-w-pracy\/\">Temperature at work &#8211; what should it be?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kotwica2\"><strong>Part-time Salary<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Part-time salary is determined in proportion to the number of hours worked. If someone works part-time, their salary is half the minimum wage for full-time employment. In 2025, the national minimum wage is PLN 4,666 gross, meaning that part-time employment is PLN 2,333 gross per month (assuming exactly half of full-time employment).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, it&#8217;s worth remembering that the final salary may be higher if the employer offers higher hourly rates or the employee performs additional tasks. Such remuneration is also subject to social security contributions and taxation, and part-time employees are entitled to vacation time and other benefits proportional to their full-time employment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:6px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kotwica3\"><strong>Part-time Leave \u2013 How Much is It Entitled?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Part-time employees are entitled to vacation leave in proportion to their working hours. According to the Labor Code, the full amount of vacation leave is:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>20 days \u2013 for employees with less than 10 years of service<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>26 days \u2013 for employees with at least 10 years of service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For part-time employees, vacation leave is calculated proportionally:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>10 days (20 days x 0.5) \u2013 for less than 10 years of service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>13 days (26 days x 0.5) \u2013 for at least 10 years of service<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If an employee does not complete a full calendar year, for example, starts work during the year or changes their full-time position, vacation leave accrues proportionally to the period worked. The calculation is based on rounding partial vacation days up to the next full day.\u200b<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Leave is granted on working days in accordance with the employee\u2019s applicable work schedule. In the case of part-time work, one day of leave corresponds to the employee\u2019s daily working time on that particular day.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:7px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kotwica4\"><strong>Part-time work and overtime<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Employees working part-time are entitled to overtime pay; however, the rules for calculating it differ from those applicable to full-time employees. According to the provisions of the Labor Code, overtime occurs when an employee exceeds:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>8 hours of work per day,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>40 hours of work per week.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For employees working part-time, who usually work 20 hours per week, overtime may occur when they work more than 20 hours in a week or more than 4 hours in a single day. In such cases, they are entitled to overtime pay.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Read also:<\/mark><\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/porady\/umowa-sezonowa\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/porady\/umowa-sezonowa\/\">Seasonal contract &#8211; what are its characteristics?<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:10px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"http:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-3-1024x576.webp\" alt=\"Part-time job\" class=\"wp-image-45581\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-3-1024x576.webp 1024w, https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-3-300x169.webp 300w, https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-3-768x432.webp 768w, https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-3-1536x864.webp 1536w, https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/04\/Part-time-job-\u2013-how-many-hours-what-salary-3.webp 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">Read also:<\/mark><\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eurokadra.expert\/emerytura-po-mezu\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.eurokadra.expert\/emerytura-po-mezu\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Pension or retirement benefit after husband<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\" id=\"kotwica5\"><strong>Part-time work and retirement \u2014 what you need to know<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Working part-time does not negatively affect your future retirement. In Poland, employees hired on a part-time basis are treated the same as full-time employees in terms of retirement rights. This means that both their employment period and the calculation of retirement benefits follow the same rules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Employment period and pension contributions<\/strong> \u2014 When working part-time, the employer pays social security contributions, including pension contributions, proportionally to the employee\u2019s salary. According to the law, periods of part-time employment count as full employment periods. This means that if someone worked part-time for 10 years, the Social Insurance Institution (ZUS) recognizes it as a full 10 years of contributory service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Amount of retirement benefits<\/strong> \u2014 Although the length of service is calculated in full, the amount of future retirement benefits depends on the level of contributions paid. Since part-time work usually means lower earnings, this results in lower pension contributions and therefore a lower retirement base. As a result, part-time employees may receive lower retirement benefits compared to those employed full-time.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>Retirement age<\/strong> \u2014 Working part-time does not affect the age at which you can retire. The statutory retirement age is set independently of working hours. However, to receive full retirement benefits, it is necessary to accumulate the required number of contributory years. This means that in some cases, part-time employees may need to work longer to meet the required contribution period.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kotwica6\"><strong>Who is part-time work for?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Part-time work is an excellent option for many people who seek flexibility in their employment but don&#8217;t want to give up their professional activities. This allows employees to adjust their working hours to their individual needs, which is especially important at different stages of their professional lives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Part-time work is a great option for students who want to gain professional experience but also have a flexible schedule that allows them to combine study and work. This type of employment allows them to acquire practical skills in various industries, such as customer service, sales, marketing, or food service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Parents, especially those caring for young children, can also benefit from this form of employment. Part-time work for parents allows for a better balance of work and family responsibilities, while providing financial stability without the need to be separated from their children for extended periods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Retirees can also benefit from part-time work if they want to supplement their retirement income. This type of employment is often available in various industries and allows them to actively participate in the labor market without excessive burden. Working for retirees is also a way to maintain professional activity and social involvement, which positively impacts well-being and quality of life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:8px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kotwica7\"><strong>What should a part-time contract look like?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A part-time contract should comply with the Labor Code and contain details that clearly define the terms of employment. Although a part-time contract is a civil law contract, it is no different from a full-time contract in terms of the rules and requirements for contracts. What should a part-time contract include?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Working Hours \u2013 The contract must specify that the employment is for part-time work (20 hours per week).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Remuneration \u2013 The remuneration amount should be proportional to the working hours, e.g., half the salary of a full-time employee.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Scope of Duties \u2013 Define the employee&#8217;s position and responsibilities.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Contract Duration \u2013 The contract should indicate whether it is a fixed-term, indefinite-term, or temporary contract.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Employee Benefits \u2013 The employee is entitled to the same benefits as a full-time employee, including vacation time.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Signatures of Parties \u2013 The contract must be signed by both the employee and the employer.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:12px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kotwica8\"><strong>What are the benefits of part-time work?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Part-time work offers several benefits, such as flexible working hours, which allows for better work-life balance. It allows for increased income while reducing the time commitment. It&#8217;s also a good option for students and parents who need more time for studying or childcare. Additionally, it allows for gaining work experience and accessing employee benefits (e.g., vacation time and health insurance).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:9px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"kotwica9\"><strong>How to Find a Part-Time Job?<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">To find a part-time job, start by searching online job boards. It&#8217;s also worth using the services of employment agencies, which often offer flexible employment opportunities, including part-time positions in various industries. Employment agencies can help you find the right offer, taking into account your working hours, location, and job responsibilities. Looking for a job? Contact us!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:16px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em><mark style=\"background-color:rgba(0, 0, 0, 0)\" class=\"has-inline-color has-vivid-red-color\">See also:<\/mark><\/em> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/en\/advices\/features-of-an-employment-contract\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.eurokadra.com\/en\/advices\/features-of-an-employment-contract\/\">Features of an employment contract \u2013 when do they occur?<\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Part-time employment is part-time employment where the employee works half of the standard working hours. 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