Registrar Sick Pay Calculator

What sick pay are you entitled to? This calculator shows contractual sick pay for a Registrar 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. AfC pay points per NHS Employers 2026/27 (from 1 April 2026). Allowances: HCAS minima for inner/outer/fringe (England, Apr 2026); actual HCAS is % of basic between min and max. Consultant/GP figures are for comparison only. Registrars may be 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 Registrar?

A Registrar is a doctor in specialty training (ST3 and above) working towards a CCT. They work with increasing autonomy under consultants. Pay is on the national junior doctor contract.

Typical demands, progression and balance

Registrar roles offer deepening expertise and variety. Pay and conditions depend on specialty and rotation. Progression is to CCT and consultant or GP.

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.