♿ Accessibility Statement
Accessibility Statement:
NHS Take-Home Pay Calculator
✓ WCAG 2.1 Level A — Compliant
✓ WCAG 2.1 Level AA — Compliant
△ WCAG 2.1 Level AAA — Partial
✓ Keyboard navigation
✓ Screen reader support
✓ High contrast mode
This accessibility statement applies to the NHS Take-Home Pay Calculator Website.
We are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all users, regardless of disability or impairment. We voluntarily aim to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.
This statement describes:
We are committed to ensuring that our website is accessible to all users, regardless of disability or impairment. We voluntarily aim to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards.
This statement describes:
- The accessibility features of our Website
- Areas where we meet or exceed accessibility standards
- Any known limitations
- How to request alternative formats or report issues
ℹ️ This Accessibility Statement is for informational purposes only. Please refer to our Terms of Use for more information.
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Accessibility Standards We Follow
| Standard | Level | Status |
|---|---|---|
| WCAG 2.1 | Level A | Compliant |
| WCAG 2.1 | Level AA | Compliant |
| WCAG 2.1 | Level AAA | Partially (see limitations below) |
♿ Voluntary compliance: We voluntarily aim to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA standards. While we are not required by law to comply with public sector accessibility regulations, we believe accessibility is essential for all users.
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Accessibility Features of Our Calculators
Our calculators are designed with the following accessibility features:
| Feature | Description |
|---|---|
| Keyboard navigation | All calculator inputs can be accessed and operated using a keyboard alone (Tab, Enter, Arrow keys) |
| Screen reader compatibility | Form inputs have proper labels, ARIA attributes, and semantic HTML |
| High contrast mode | Text and background colours meet WCAG contrast requirements (minimum 4.5:1 for normal text) |
| Focus indicators | Clear visual focus states for keyboard navigation |
| Responsive design | Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices with pinch-to-zoom support |
| Clear error messaging | Form validation errors are clearly described and easy to correct |
| No time limits | No time-based restrictions on calculator use |
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Calculator-Specific Accessibility Notes
Core Calculator (All Pages)
| Element | Accessibility feature |
|---|---|
| Band selector (tap buttons) | Keyboard accessible, ARIA labels, screen reader announces selected band |
| Number inputs (hours, overtime) | Up/down arrow keys supported, step increments defined |
| Dropdown menus | Standard select elements with proper labelling |
| Toggle switches (pension opt-out, IR35) | ARIA roles, keyboard toggle (Space or Enter), visual state indicators |
| Results panel | Live region announcements when results update |
| Real-time updates | Users can disable auto-update if needed (preference setting) |
Sliders and Toggles
Where range sliders are used (e.g., month selector, pay raise percentage):
- Keyboard arrow keys increase/decrease values
- Page Up/Page Down for larger increments
- Home/End for minimum/maximum values
- Screen reader announces the current value
Tables and Data Output
| Element | Accessibility feature |
|---|---|
| Pay scales table | Proper <th> headers, scope attributes, and responsive overflow |
| 52-week maternity breakdown | Table caption, row/column headers, summary attribute |
| Comparison tables | Clear header structure, screen reader announcements |
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Non-Text Content
| Element | Accessibility feature |
|---|---|
| Icons (information, tooltip, help) | aria-hidden="true" or text alternative |
| Images | Descriptive alt text where meaningful; empty alt for decorative images |
| Calculator logo | Links to the homepage; alt text describes purpose (“Return to homepage”) |
| Social media links (if any) | Icon + text label or aria-label |
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Known Limitations
We are aware of the following accessibility limitations:
| Limitation | Planned fix | Timeline |
|---|---|---|
| Complex nested tables in 52-week maternity breakdown | Add screen reader summary and table captions | Q2 2026 |
| Real-time calculation updates may be announced too frequently by screen readers | Add an option to disable live announcements | Q3 2026 |
| Some calculator variants may have incomplete ARIA labels | Audit and update all pages | Ongoing |
📢 Note: If you encounter any accessibility issue not listed above, please contact us (see Section 10).
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Technical Information
Technologies Used
Our website uses the following technologies to support accessibility:
- HTML5 with semantic elements (<nav>, <main>, <header>, <footer>, <section>, <article>)
- ARIA (Accessible Rich Internet Applications) attributes
- CSS with responsive design and high contrast support
- JavaScript with keyboard event handlers and live region announcements
- WAI-ARIA 1.2 compliant roles and properties
Supported Assistive Technologies
🛠 Developer note: Please confirm which of the following have been tested. Change any untested ones to “Planned” or remove before publishing.
| Technology | Version | Status (to be verified) |
|---|---|---|
| NVDA (Windows) | Latest | [To be verified by developer] |
| JAWS (Windows) | Latest | [To be verified by developer] |
| VoiceOver (macOS/iOS) | Latest | [To be verified by developer] |
| TalkBack (Android) | Latest | [To be verified by developer] |
| ZoomText (Windows) | Latest | [To be verified by developer] |
| Dragon NaturallySpeaking | Latest | [To be verified by developer] |
⚠ After verification, update the status column to either:
✓ Tested — if actually tested before launch
△ Planned — if testing is scheduled for after launch
✓ Tested — if actually tested before launch
△ Planned — if testing is scheduled for after launch
Browser Support
| Browser | Minimum version | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Google Chrome | Latest 2 versions | Supported |
| Mozilla Firefox | Latest 2 versions | Supported |
| Apple Safari | Latest 2 versions | Supported |
| Microsoft Edge | Latest 2 versions | Supported |
| Opera | Latest 2 versions | Supported |
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Testing
We conduct regular accessibility testing, including:
| Test type | Frequency | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Automated testing | Every deployment | axe-core, Lighthouse, WAVE |
| Manual keyboard testing | Every deployment | Tab, Enter, Space, Arrow keys |
| Screen reader testing | Monthly | [As verified in Section 6] |
| Colour contrast testing | Every deployment | WCAG Contrast Checker |
| User testing with disabled users | Planned | To be scheduled post-launch |
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Compliance Status
WCAG 2.1 Level AA
Our website is partially compliant with WCAG 2.1 Level AA.
We have achieved compliance for all core calculator functionality. Some limitations exist in edge cases (see Section 5). We are actively working to address these limitations.
🔒 Note: We are not required to comply with the Public Sector Bodies Accessibility Regulations 2018 (as we are not a public sector body). However, we voluntarily aim to meet WCAG 2.1 Level AA as a best practice.
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Requesting Alternative Formats
If you need information from this website in an alternative format (e.g., large print, audio recording, braille, accessible PDF), please contact us:
Email: hello@takehomepaycalculatoruk.co.uk
Website: takehomepaycalculatoruk.co.uk/contact
Website: takehomepaycalculatoruk.co.uk/contact
✓ Our commitment: We will consider your request and respond within 10 working days. Alternative formats will be provided free of charge where reasonably possible.
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Reporting Accessibility Issues
If you find any part of our website inaccessible, or if you have difficulty using our calculators, please contact us:
Email: hello@takehomepaycalculatoruk.co.uk
Website: takehomepaycalculatoruk.co.uk/contact
Website: takehomepaycalculatoruk.co.uk/contact
Please include:
- The page URL where you experienced the issue
- A description of the issue
- The assistive technology or browser you were using (if applicable)
- Screenshots (if helpful)
✓ Response times: We will acknowledge your report within 3 working days and respond within 10 working days.
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Enforcement Procedure
If you are not satisfied with our response to an accessibility issue, you have the right to escalate your complaint to:
♿ Equality Advisory and Support Service (EASS)
Website: equalityadvisoryservice.com
Telephone: 0808 800 0082
Textphone: 0808 800 0084
♿ Equality Commission for Northern Ireland (if applicable)
Website: equalityni.org
Telephone: 028 9050 0600
✎
Preparation of This Statement
This statement was prepared in May 2026. It was last reviewed and updated on [dynamic date].
The statement is based on:
- An internal accessibility review conducted before launch
- Automated testing using axe-core and Lighthouse
- Manual testing with keyboard-only navigation
- Screen reader testing
Future Improvements
We are committed to continuous accessibility improvement. Our roadmap includes:
Full AAA compliance for all core calculatorsQ4 2026
Keyboard shortcuts for frequent actions (e.g., calculate, reset)Q3 2026
Voice control optimisation for hands-free useQ4 2026
User preference storage for accessibility settings (e.g., disable animations, high contrast)Q2 2027
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Contact Information
For all accessibility-related inquiries:
Email: hello@takehomepaycalculatoruk.co.uk
Website: takehomepaycalculatoruk.co.uk/contact
Website: takehomepaycalculatoruk.co.uk/contact