Some roles may be eligible for specific allowances. Where that is the case the details will always be set out on the job advert. Here is an overview of some of the allowances that can apply.
Annual Hours Allowance
Annual Hours Allowance (AHA) is paid in addition to basic salary to compensate for working shift patterns including night shifts, early morning starts, late night finishes, weekends, and public holidays. Shifts can vary in length and can be up to 12 hours; shifts can be changed or extended according to business need. The rate payable is dependent on location and role and is indicative of the shift pattern you will be required to work. The higher the AHA, the more flexible you will be required to be.
If a role is eligible for AHA, the expected rate will be specified in the advert. Please note that the allowance is subject to regular review and can go down as well as up; it is not a permanent or guaranteed right. The allowance is not fully pensionable.
As this allowance is tied to a specific role and location, it will not transfer with you should you change position within the department.
