Assumptions and pay data
- Sick pay for this role is set by your own terms, so this page does not calculate a figure.
- Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) is the legal minimum. It is usually paid as part of (not on top of) any occupational sick pay.
- Always check your contract or policy, including fit-note requirements.
Sick Pay Entitlement Calculator
EnglandConfirm AfC trust post versus practice-employed contractFramework from 1/4/2026
Guide only
Sick pay follows your contract
Do not assume AfC occupational sick pay tables if you are practice-employed.
Scope: England · Confirm AfC trust post versus practice-employed contract
Frequently asked questions
How does sick pay work?
Confirm occupational sick pay with your employer. Do not assume AfC tables if you are practice-employed.
About this role
What is a GP Receptionist?
A GP Receptionist is the first point of contact in general practice: appointments, triage admin and patient communication. Most are practice-employed rather than AfC; Band 2 is used here as an illustrative NHS support-worker comparable.
Typical demands, progression and balance
Reception roles are central to patient access and practice flow. Pay varies widely by practice.
What sick pay am I entitled to?
This page does not calculate a sick pay figure. Sick pay for this role is set by your own terms, so check your contract or policy, or ask HR.
Disclaimer
Illustrative estimates, not legal or HR advice. Your contract and your employer's policy decide your actual entitlement.