If an employer needs to provide Parental Leave Pay, the Government will give them the funds to pass on to employees. They should be paid in the same way you pay a salary or wages.

Eligible employees who have newborn or newly adopted children may get 18 weeks of funded pay at the National Minimum Wage. Full-time, part-time, casual, seasonal, contract, and self-employed workers may also be eligible.

To prepare your business for the Paid Parental Leave scheme, you can register for the scheme here.

We can help you navigate employee entitlements and your compliance. Talk to our team to see how we can help.