What sick pay are you entitled to? This calculator shows contractual sick pay for a Clinical Director by length of service: full pay and half pay periods. Based on your sector's terms; always check your employer's policy.

Assumptions and pay data

Pay data: NHS Agenda for Change. Illustrative; 2025/26 pay round. Used for NHS and NHS ambulance trusts (Agenda for Change). Always check NHS Employers or your employer for current rates. Consultant and GP pay are not on AFC; those figures are for comparison only. Registrar is shown at Band 6 for illustration; many medical registrars are on the junior doctor contract.

  • Contractual sick pay depends on length of continuous service. We show full pay and half pay periods by service band based on your sector's terms.
  • Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) is usually part of (not on top of) occupational pay. After contractual sick pay ends, SSP may apply for up to 28 weeks if eligible.
  • Always check your employer's policy, fit-note requirements and any rolling period rules.

Sick Pay Entitlement Calculator

You'll see:

  • Contractual sick pay by length of service
  • Full pay and half pay periods
  • How it compares to Statutory Sick Pay

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Frequently asked questions

About this role

What is a Clinical Director?

A Clinical Director is a senior doctor or clinician who leads a service, department or division. They combine clinical work with management. Pay is typically on the consultant contract plus SPA or similar.

Is it a rewarding career?

Clinical director roles offer leadership and service improvement. Pay and satisfaction depend on trust and scope. Progression to medical director or broader leadership is common.

What sick pay am I entitled to?

Contractual sick pay usually depends on length of service. Use the calculator above to see full pay and half pay periods for your sector. Always check your employer's policy and fit-note requirements.

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.