Control Room Staff Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Calculator
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What enhanced maternity or paternity pay does your employer offer? This calculator shows typical entitlement for a Control Room Staff in your sector: full pay, half pay and how it works with statutory pay. Check your contract for exact terms.
Assumptions and pay data
Pay data: Fire and Rescue pay (NJC). Illustrative; based on NJC for Fire and Rescue 2024. Wholetime rates. Check FBU or your fire authority for current rates.
- Enhanced maternity and paternity pay are on top of statutory entitlements (SMP, SPP) where applicable. We show typical sector entitlement; your employer may offer more or different terms.
- Eligibility often requires a minimum period of service (e.g. 12 months at the 11th week before birth). Check your contract.
- Return-to-work and KIT day rules vary. Always confirm with your employer.
Enhanced Maternity & Paternity Calculator
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Frequently asked questions
About this role
What is a Control Room Staff?
Fire control room staff handle emergency calls and mobilise appliances. They work in fire service control rooms. Pay is on fire service support scales.
Is it a rewarding career?
Control room work offers variety and pressure. Pay and conditions depend on service. Progression to team lead or supervisor is common.
What enhanced maternity or paternity pay do I get?
Many public sector employers offer enhanced pay on top of statutory maternity or paternity pay. Use the calculator above to see typical entitlement for your sector. Check your employer and contract for exact terms.
Disclaimer
This calculator provides illustrative estimates only and is not financial or career advice. Pay rules and allowances can change. Always check your employer or official sources for definitive figures.