The hourly rate for the minimum wage depends on your age and whether you’re an apprentice.
You must be at least:
- school leaving age to get the National Minimum Wage
- aged 21 to get the National Living Wage – the minimum wage will still apply for workers aged 20 and under
| 21 and over | 18-20 | Under 18 | Apprentice | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 2024 | £11.44 | £8.60 | £6.40 | £6.40 |
| April 2025 | £12.21 | £10.00 | £7.55 | £7.55 |
Apprentices
Apprentices are entitled to the apprentice rate if they’re either:
- aged under 19
- aged 19 or over and in the first year of their apprenticeship
Example 1
An apprentice aged 21 in the first year of their apprenticeship is entitled to a minimum hourly rate of £6.40.
Example 2
An apprentice aged 21 who has completed the first year of their apprenticeship is entitled to a minimum hourly rate of £11.44.
Example 3
An apprentice aged 20 who has completed the first year of their apprenticeship is entitled to a minimum hourly rate of £8.60.
Can SD Worx UK payroll support the National Minimum Wage?
The SD Worx UK payroll engine can support the automated application of National Minimum Wage.
An employer can utilise minimum wage capabilities via the automated application of rates and associated rate rules that automatically uplift. There are also options for NMW compliance reports as an added value service.
The SD Worx Academy offers an interactive training course on the real Living Wage:
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