As our amazing PAHT people, you will receive an extra day of paid annual leave on your birthday this year for all of your hard work throughout the COVID-19 pandemic.
Although the NHS cannot take a day off on it’s birthday - you can.
To book your birthday annual leave day or find out more, please speak to your line manager.
Take a look at how some of our colleagues have spent their birthday annual leave day (right and below).
Jamie Coates, head of recruitment and resourcing said: “After having two official lockdown birthdays, I was lucky enough that this year my birthday fell the day before the restrictions eased.
“I used my extra annual leave day on 12 April and managed to book a restaurant for lunch and a pub garden for birthday drinks with my family which was really nice. Luckily the weather held apart from getting a bit chilly in the evening.” Barbara Carolan, assistant applications support, said: “As I was at home, my family popped by in dribs and drabs throughout the day.
“We followed COVID-19 guidelines, however they all had the chance to wish me a lovely day, each of them gave me flowers, which was also lovely. So thank you for my gift of a day off for my birthday.”
Lauren Nash, head of communications, said: “This year was a special year to have a day of birthday leave, as I turned 30.
“It was fantastic to have the opportunity to take the time for some rest and relaxation, virtual catch ups with my family and friends, and plenty of cake!”
Helen Weaving, Dolphin Ward manager said: “I had a great birthday, I spent around three hours having a pedicure – my friend is a beautician so it was lovely to have a catch up at the same time too.
“It was also a child free day! I hit the shops, which was nice as I usually spend my weekends shopping as I work throughout the week.
“Thank you for my extra day of annual leave, it’s much appreciated.”
