SSP
Future of Statutory Sick Pay Masterclass
Prepare your payroll and HR team for one of the most significant statutory sick pay reforms in years. The Future of Statutory Sick Pay Masterclass explains the current rules, the upcoming changes to Statutory Sick Pay (SSP) from April 2026, and what they mean in practice for compliance and payroll processing.
In just half a day, you’ll get clear, practical guidance on new eligibility criteria, the removal of waiting days, updated absence linking rules, and transitional scenarios. This masterclass is ideal if you want to stay compliant and confident managing SSP under the updated UK legislation.
Who this course is for
This masterclass is designed for:
- Payroll professionals responsible for statutory payments
- HR teams managing employee absence and pay
- Reward and compensation specialists
- Line managers needing a thorough, practical understanding of SSP changes
- Employers and advisors updating policies and payroll processes before April 2026
What you’ll achieve
By the end of this session, you will:
- Understand how SSP is currently managed and what’s changing in 2026
- Know how the removal of waiting days changes payroll calculations
- Be confident applying new eligibility and linked-absence rules
- Be better prepared to update internal SSP policies and payroll systems
- Gain insight into transitional cases and special circumstances
- Earn 3.5 CPD-certified hours of professional development
A baseline review of how Statutory Sick Pay is managed today — from eligibility to reporting requirements.
Guidance on how the reforms affect:
- Payroll calculations
- Payroll systems and automation
- Employer record-keeping and reporting
How to update policies and procedures to minimise compliance risk and avoid costly errors.
It’s best suited for professionals with basic payroll or HR experience who need to understand and apply upcoming SSP reforms.
Yes – delegates will receive detailed course notes
Yes — the masterclass is offered live online as well as face-to-face.
£395.00 +VAT
- Short, focused half-day format ideal for busy professionals
- Practical teach-through of real-world payroll and HR scenarios
- Live interaction with expert tutors
- CPD-certified session recognised by UK payroll professionals
- Available both in-person and online
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Future of Statutory Sick Pay Masterclass
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