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Paternity PayWhat is Paternity Pay?This is a period of time off work which is available to fathers/partners or the spouse of the mother who wants to take time off of work to care for the child or look after and support the mother. What is SSP? Statutory Paternity Pay is paid weekly to fathers/partners or the spouse of the child's mother. You must qualify for the payment and have made the choice to take the time off to care for the child /mother. How do I qualify for Paternity Leave? When you have completed one year's continuous employment you will be eligible for parental leave. How Much is Paternity Pay? Paternity pay is paid at a standard rate, which from the 6th April 2004 is £102:80 or 90% of your average weekly earnings if this is less that £100. Calculating paternity pay Your employer will work this out for you. Please ask to see the calculations from your employer if you are confused. Your gross pay before deductions is used. Overtime, bonus payments, holiday and sick pay will all be included. When will I receive the money? Paternity pay is paid as normal by your employer. If you usually are paid weekly you will receive it then. If you are paid monthly it will be in your monthly salary pay packet. How long do I get? You may take one or two weeks leave it is up to you. If you decide to take two weeks they must be taken together. The time must be taken in one block. When can I take it? Paternity Leave can only start after the birth, and can be taken up to fifty six days after the child is born. If the child is born early, the fifty six days is from the expected date of birth. When do I need to tell my employer? You must notify your employer that you intend to take paternity leave before the fifteenth week before the expected week of the child's birth. If it is not possible to do this inform them as soon as you are able. If you want to change the date you want to start your paternity leave or the amount of time you must give your employer twenty eight days notice or again if this is not possible as soon as you are able to. Self Certification You only need to complete a self certificate if your employer requests one. This is form SC3 becoming a parent which confirms you are entitled to the leave. What notification do I give? You need to inform you employer of three points:
You can choose to take this leave either:
Whichever you choose you should give your
employer as much notice as possible
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