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Earned Wage Access / On-Demand Pay Software

Attract, motivate and support your workforce with Rota King’s On-Demand Pay. Our on-demand pay app gives employees secure access to earned wages before payday, helping improve financial wellbeing while making your business a more attractive place to work.

What is on-demand pay?

On-demand pay, also known as earned wage access, allows employees to access a portion of their earned wages before payday without taking on debt or affecting their employer’s cash flow. Rota King’s earned wage access solutions give employees greater financial flexibility while helping businesses support staff wellbeing and retention as part of a complete workforce management platform.

Simple to use

Available to everyone

Customisable limits

No delay between work and pay

Wages, on your terms

Staff can instantly access the money they’ve already earned, without waiting until payday. Earned wage access gives employees greater control over their finances, helping them cover unexpected expenses, reduce reliance on credit and improve their financial wellbeing. 

With Rota King’s on-demand pay app, employees can request available earnings in just a few taps through the Employee App, making it easier to align income with everyday spending. 

“Things have been a struggle as I’m a single parent. When I had a car issue it became very useful to be able to access my pay early.”

Claire, Manchester

Automated For Payroll

Rota King’s technology automates on-demand pay, eliminating the need for manual deductions by payroll teams and reducing administrative work. Our earned wage access solutions integrate with your payroll process using attendance and clocking-in data, helping ensure employees can access earned wages without creating extra work for your business.

 “It didn’t create any more work for our payroll team”

Sara, Restaurant Owner

Save Without Limits

Help employees build healthier financial habits with an automated, high-interest savings tool that prepares them for unexpected expenses.

Unlike many other providers, Rota King places no limit on what employees can save or earn interest on, and all accounts are FSCS protected. 

Employees can save directly from their pay into a high-interest savings account with no additional admin or complexity. No apps, no fuss—just a simple way to build long-term financial resilience

Set and forget savings

Protected FSCS bank accounts

Users save £100 per month more on average

Proven to make a difference

%

Of users reduced their short-term debt

%

Of users feel more confident with finances

£100

Saved per month by our average user

“It’s so easy to use and immediately goes into my account, sometimes it’s a life saver”

Andrew, Glasgow

Family-owned Hospitality Group switches to Rota King in 3 weeks

Rota King’s existing integration and best-in class support meant that this busy hospitality group was able to make the move in just a few weeks. They continue to benefit from the same automated reconciliation process they were familiar with their previous system.

“The move to Level was easy and fuss-free!”

Steven, Group Operations Manager

Stay Ahead with On-Demand Pay

%

Reduction in staff turnover

%

Fewer unfilled shifts

%

Of employees prefer on-demand pay

%

Less absenteeism
Only 15% of UK employers offer on-demand pay – stand out from the competition!

You deserve the royal treatment

Our Edinburgh-based support team will roll out the red carpet when you choose Rota King. Our customer service and support is second to none – we really do treat all our customers like royalty!

Free set-up

Unlimited support

Training included

Quick response and prompt issue resolution always!

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Additional Features

Looking for a seamless workforce management solution that offers everything you need to control labour costs, leverage resources and maximise profits? Rota King brings together earned wage access and workforce management in one easy-to-use platform.

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Let us show you how our hospitality people management software and earned wage access solutions can benefit your business.  

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Earned Wage Access / On-Demand Pay Software FAQs

What is earned wage access?

Earned wage access, sometimes referred to as on-demand pay, allows employees to access a portion of the wages they’ve already earned before their scheduled payday. Unlike a loan, employees are accessing money they’ve already worked for, helping them manage unexpected expenses without relying on credit. 

Rota King’s earned wage access solutions are designed to support employee financial wellbeing while giving employers a simple, secure way to offer this valuable workplace benefit. 

How does the on-demand pay app work?

The on-demand pay app allows employees to view their available earnings and request access to a portion of their earned wages in just a few taps on the Employee App. Once approved, the funds are transferred quickly, giving employees greater flexibility without changing the normal payroll schedule. 

Because the app integrates with Rota King’s workforce management platform, available earnings are calculated using accurate, up-to-date payroll and attendance data, reducing administration for employers. 

Does earned wage access affect payroll?

No. Rota King’s earned wage access services work alongside your existing payroll process, so there’s no need to manually calculate deductions or make changes to your pay runs. The platform automates the process, helping payroll teams save time while maintaining accuracy. 

Whether you process payroll in-house or use a payroll bureau, earned wage access can be introduced without disrupting your existing workflow. 

What are the benefits of offering earned wage access?

Offering earned wage access can help businesses support employee financial wellbeing while strengthening recruitment and retention. It provides staff with greater flexibility over when they receive part of their pay, helping reduce financial stress between paydays. 

For employers, the benefits include: 

  • Improving employee wellbeing. 
  • Supporting recruitment and retention. 
  • Reducing financial stress for employees. 
  • Offering a valuable workplace benefit without changing existing payroll processes. 

        Is Rota King's earned wage access suitable for hospitality businesses?

        Yes. Rota King’s on demand pay software has been designed to support businesses with shift-based employees, variable hours and changing rotas. Whether you run a single venue, small business or multiple locations, it integrates with your workforce management processes to make earned wage access simple for both managers and employees. 

        By giving employees access to wages they’ve already earned, businesses can offer a meaningful workplace benefit while keeping payroll administration straightforward. 

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