Weekly sick pay in Addition to SSP for Operatives and Adult Trainees
| | Technician | Approved Electrician | Electrician | Labourer & Adult Trainee |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Weeks 1 and 2 | Nil | Nil | Nil | Nil |
| Weeks 3 to 24 | £210.00 | £200.00 | £190.00 | £180.00 |
| Weeks 25 to 52 | £105.00 | £100.00 | £95.00 | £90.00 |
In addition, with effect from Monday 6 January 2025, after eight weeks of continuous sickness absence, payment of waiting days 8-14 (i.e. the second week of the sickness absence claim) will be made retrospectively. There will be no payment for days 1-7 (i.e. the first week).
Rules for claiming sick pay for operatives
An operative must have eight consecutive welfare credits before a claim can be made.
The claim for sickness benefit must be received within one month (four weeks) from the first day of sickness. Claims received after this time will be returned and not processed.
A claim form must be submitted and sent with the self-certificate or a Statement of Fitness for work at the beginning of any claim. Operatives that claim the full sick pay entitlement must return to work for a full year before they can claim any further sick pay.
Weekly sick pay in addition to SSP for Apprentices
| Absence length | Pay |
|---|---|
| The first three days | Nil |
| Thereafter to week 12 | £15.00 |
Note: Apprentice sick pay is payable at the appropriate rate for an aggregate period of 12 weeks in any consecutive 12 months.
Welfare benefits
| Benefits 2025 | Operatives & Adult Trainees | Apprentices |
|---|---|---|
| Death Benefit | £40,000 | £10,000 |
| Accidental Death Benefit (On-Site) | £70,000 | £25,000 |
| Total Accidental Death Benefit (On-Site) | £110,000 (£40,000 + £70,000) | £35,000 (£10,000 + £25,000) |
| Permanent and Total Disability Benefit | Up to £50,000 | Up to £10,000 |
| Accidental Dismemberment Benefit | £4,000 | £2,000 |
Welfare Credit Scheme
Weekly Sick Pay in Addition to SSP for Staff
Sickness benefit
Payable after three days absence, max 18 weeks in a two-year period. Staff must have eight consecutive welfare credits before a claim can be made.
| Salary range | Sickness benefit (per week) |
|---|---|
| £5,500 – £8,500 | £53 |
| £8,501 – £10,000 | £60 |
| £10,001 – £11,500 | £80 |
| £11,501 – £13,000 | £99 |
| £13,001 – £14,500 | £118 |
| £14,501 – £16,000 | £130 |
| £16,001 – £17,000 | £149 |
| £17,501 – £19,000 | £169 |
| £19,001 – £20,500 | £188 |
| £20,501 – 22,000 | £207 |
| £22,000+ | £226 |
| Staff employees weekly welfare cost = £9.15 |
Rules for claiming sick pay for staff
The staff member must have eight consecutive welfare credits before a claim can be made.
The claim for sickness benefit must be received within one month (four weeks) from the first day of sickness. Claims received after this time will be returned and not processed.
A claim form must be submitted and sent with the self-certificate or a Statement of Fitness for work at the beginning of any claim.
Staff that claim the full 18-week entitlement must return to work for two years before they can make any further claims.
Death in Services Benefit
Salaried Staff (aged 18+) = £40,000
Private medical insurance for staff and operatives
Arranged through EC Insurance Services (ECIS) who can be contacted by email at: ecis@ecins.co.uk, or by telephone 0330 2210241.