Moving (progressing) within your grade
How you will move within your grade
You will move to the next spinal column point (SCP) on the reshaped structure for each full year you are in your role (April to March).
You will continue to progress each year until you reach the top of your grade.
How long it will take to reach the top SCP of your grade
If you are in Grade A or D, it will take you a maximum of 4 years to reach the top SCP of your grade from implementation.
If you are in Grade B or C, it will take you a maximum of 5 years to reach the top SCP of your grade from implementation.
Page last updated: 29 September 2025