For most staff, the occupational sickness pay is listed in the table. For full reference visit the Procedure and guidance: Managing ill-health and sickness absence

Entitlement to sick pay based on length of service:

Length of service	Entitlement
During the first three months of service	Up to two weeks on full pay and a further two weeks on half pay
During the first year (after first three months)	Up to two months on full pay and a further two months on half pay
During second and third year of service	Up to four months on full pay and a further two months on half pay
During the fourth and fifth year of service	Up to six months on full pay and a further four months on half pay
After completing five years of service	Up to eight months on full pay and a further four months on half pay