Pay progression and the KSF
Each pay band has a number of points. Staff below the maximum point can expect to progress to the next point each year.
There are however be two points on each pay band called gateways, at which staff's knowledge and skills are assessed using the Knowledge and Skills Framework (KSF). Pay progression at these gateways is linked to the demonstration of applied knowledge and skills to support continuing professional development.
For more details see the section on the Knowledge and Skills Framework.