| Section | Details |
|---|---|
| Entitlement | Full pay: 1 month Half pay: 2 months |
| Monetary Estimate | Full pay total: £0 Half pay total: £0 Occupational total: £0 |
| Breakdown | Full pay: £0 Half pay: £0 Total: £0 |
The NHS Enhanced Sick Pay Calculator helps NHS staff work out exactly how much full and half pay they’re entitled to under the Agenda for Change sick pay rules. This enhanced benefit goes beyond statutory sick pay, offering greater financial support for NHS employees during periods of illness.
Simply enter your salary and length of service to instantly see your sick pay entitlement and how long you’ll receive full or half pay. You can also explore other helpful tools across the NHS Salary Calculators website to better understand your total pay and benefits package.
For staff comparing entitlements, the NHS Statutory Sick Pay Estimator shows how statutory pay differs from enhanced pay, while the NHS Sick Pay Calculator 2025 helps you forecast your entitlement under the latest pay structure.
FAQ
Q1: What is enhanced NHS sick pay?
A: It’s the contractual sick pay NHS employees receive in addition to statutory sick pay (SSP). The amount depends on your service length and is part of the NHS Agenda for Change terms and conditions.
Q2: When does enhanced sick pay start?
A: Enhanced sick pay usually starts after completing a four-month qualifying period of NHS employment, although previous continuous NHS service can count toward this.
Q3: How does enhanced sick pay differ from statutory sick pay?
A: Statutory sick pay is a government minimum payment, while enhanced NHS sick pay offers full and half pay periods based on your service. You can compare both using the NHS Statutory Sick Pay Estimator.
Q4: Does enhanced sick pay reset after returning to work?
A: Yes — after 12 months without sickness absence, your entitlement can reset, restoring your full and half pay limits. The NHS Sick Pay Calculator 2025 can help you estimate when this happens.
Q5: What factors can affect my entitlement?
A: Length of NHS service, the number of sickness episodes, and total days absent all affect your entitlement. HR departments may also review cases individually.
Q6: Where can I find official NHS policy details?
A: You can read the full guidance on sickness absence and pay on the NHS Employers website — an authoritative resource for HR and payroll policies.