First Direct

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They care about what their frontline employees think and want to be a good employer.

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First Direct is a bank. They are based online and on the telephone.

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Do First Direct pay breaks?

Yes. Most people get paid breaks at First Direct.

Banks who pay breaks include Royal Bank of Scotland, Natwest Group and Skipton Building Society.

Last updated 28 September 2025

How we know this

Based on data from 26 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between September 2023 and September 2025.

77% of people say they get paid breaks.

Why this matters

A good job should have paid breaks.

You should be paid for all your time at work, whether you’re on a break or not.

Which banks pay breaks?

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