Medical Secretary 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 Medical Secretary 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: 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.
- 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 Medical Secretary?
A Medical Secretary supports consultants and clinical teams with correspondence, referrals, typing and admin. They work in hospitals and clinics. Pay is typically on AFC Band 3–4.
Is it a rewarding career?
Medical secretarial work offers variety and a role in patient pathways. Pay and progression depend on trust and grade. Progression to senior secretary or coordinator 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.