Sick pay policy template
Our Sick Pay policy template outlines the terms and conditions for employees entitlement to sick leave and pay, providing clarity and consistency in managing absences due to illness while adhering to legal regulations and organisational standards.
- 2 pages / 632 words.
- Last updated 03/02/2025.
- Designed for United Kingdom use.
- Suitable for use in other territories; check local laws first.
- Instantly download as Word / PDF / plain text, or send by email.
- Includes 12 months’ access, with all updates to this page provided free of charge and notified to you.
Sick pay policy
1 Overview
1.1 [Company] recognises that employees may need to take time off work due to illness or injury. This policy outlines the sick pay provisions available to employees during periods of sickness absence.
1.2 While we aim to support employees during periods of sickness, it is important that absences are managed fairly and consistently.
2 Scope
2.1 This policy applies to all employees of [Company Name].
3 General Principles
3.1 Notification of Absence
3.1.1 Employees must follow the company’s sickness absence reporting procedure as outlined in the Sick Absence Policy to be eligible for sick pay.
3.2 Supporting Evidence
3.2.1 Employees must provide appropriate certification to cover the entire period of their sickness absence, as specified in the Sick Absence Policy.
3.3 Statutory Sick Pay (SSP)
3.3.1 [Employees will receive SSP from the fourth consecutive day of sickness absence, provided they meet the eligibility criteria.
Most employees have a right to statutory sick pay (SSP) as long as they earn more than the lower earnings level, and are not over state retirement age. SSP is not however payable for the first three qualifying days of absence. (A qualifying day is a day on which you are normally expected to work under your contract
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This Sick pay policy template aims to offer you a versatile and customisable tool, serving as a solid foundation for your needs. Utilise it to ensure consistency, enhance accuracy, and save valuable time.
Adapt it to suit your unique requirements, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness in your HR processes.
Send to appropriate internal recipients such as employees, workers, contractors etc. and request confirmation that is has been read and understood.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I use this template in my small business?
Yes. The Sick pay policy template is designed to be flexible and suitable for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses and charities. It follows UK employment law best practice, so even if you don't have an in-house HR team, you can confidently apply it.
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Is this template compliant with 2025 UK employment law?
Absolutely. All of our templates are drafted with the latest ACAS guidance and UK employment legislation in mind. We review and update them regularly, so you can be confident they remain compliant.
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Can I customise it for my organisation?
Yes, we highlight the areas that you need to update with your own details, and where you need to make decisions to suit your situation. This saves you time and ensures that you meet best practice.
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Do I get instant access?
Yes. Once purchased, you'll be able to download it instantly. Templates are provided in editable Word or Excel format so you can customise them easily, and in PDF format for easy sharing.
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What if I need more help, not just this template?
If you're looking for broader support, we also offer toolkits and library bundles that include this template, along with other HR templates and policies for fully managing your situation. These may be more cost-effective if you need deeper advice.
