Sickness Policy

Policies & Procedures

If you are unable to attend work due to sickness, you must report your absence as soon as reasonably possible by phone to the office on 01253 272205.

Texting in sick is not acceptable – you need to ensure you speak to someone so that it is actioned straight away.


Sickness up to 7 days

SSP is only paid from day 4, the first 3 days are classed as Waiting Days.

Complete Self-Cert form here- required for all Sickness

What you’ll get

You can get £116.75 a week Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) for up to 28 weeks.

Eligibility

To qualify for Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) you must:

be classed as an employee and have done some work for your employer

earn an average of at least £123 per week

have been ill for at least 4 days in a row (including non-working days)


Sickness over 7 days

Any sickness over 7 days must be confirmed by a sick note issued by one of the following healthcare professionals:

GP or Hospital doctor

Registered Nurse

Occupational Therapist

Pharmacist

Physiotherapist

The note can be printed or digital.