Teachers are entitled to maternity leave of one year. Some of this is paid and some is unpaid. If you have worked for one year you are essentially entitled to:
- 4 weeks full pay
- 2 weeks 90% pay
- 12 weeks half pay plus SMP (£172.48)
- 21 weeks SMP (£172.48)
- Up to 13 weeks unpaid
Remember, to retain maternity pay received under the Burgundy Book scheme, you are required to complete at least 13 weeks’ full time service, or its part-time equivalent, on your return to work.