Maternity leave
This section of the HR site provides advice on pregnancy and maternity leave for both staff and managers.
All pregnant employees have the right to 52 weeks maternity leave. Many of the maternity provisions are statutory or form part of the national terms and conditions of service.
The level of pay during maternity leave is dependent upon the member of staff’s NHS service and whether they intend to return to work.
Further information
Maternity leave FAQsList of frequently asked questions relating to maternity leave.Maternity leave formsTemplates for maternity leave forms.Maternity leave letter templatesTemplates for maternity leave letters.Maternity definitionsList of definitions relating to maternity leave.Pregnancy and maternity supportSimple steps that a manager should take once a member of staff states they are pregnant.Pregnant staff and manager responsibilitiesDetails of staff and management responsibilities during pregnancy.Rights of pregnant staffGuidance on the rights of pregnant members of staff.Keeping in touch (KIT) daysStaff can work up to ten keeping in touch (KIT) days during maternity or adoption leave.Breast feeding at workGuidance for staff looking to breast feed at work.
