2025/26 Pay Scale - England
| Pay Point | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Level | £24,465 | £2,038.75 |
| Top of Band | £24,465 | £2,038.75 |
2026/27 Pay Scale - England
| Pay Point | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Level | £25,272 | £2,106.00 |
| Top of Band | £25,272 | £2,106.00 |
About Band 2
Band 2 is the entry-level clinical support band in the NHS. Roles at this band include healthcare assistants (HCAs), porters, domestic staff, and catering assistants.
Band 2 is a flat rate band with no progression between pay points - both pay points are set at the same value. This means your salary remains the same regardless of length of service within the band.
Your actual take-home pay will depend on your pension scheme contributions (5.2% at this salary level), income tax, National Insurance, and any additional payments such as unsocial hours enhancements or High Cost Area Supplements if you work in London.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the NHS Band 2 salary in 2025/26?
NHS Band 2 salary in England for 2025/26 is £24,465. Band 2 is a flat rate band, meaning both pay points are the same value with no progression between them.
What is the NHS Band 2 salary in 2026/27?
NHS Band 2 salary in England for 2026/27 is £25,272, reflecting a pay uplift from the 2025/26 rate of £24,465.
What will my Band 2 take-home pay be?
Band 2 take-home pay depends on your pension scheme, tax code, student loans, and any additional payments like unsocial hours. Use our free calculator to get your exact monthly and annual take-home figure.
What jobs are NHS Band 2?
NHS Band 2 roles include healthcare assistants, porters, domestic staff, catering assistants, and ward clerks. It is the entry-level clinical support band in the NHS.
Why is Band 2 a flat rate band?
Band 2 is a flat rate band because both pay points are set at the same value (£24,465 in 2025/26). This means there is no pay progression within the band - your salary remains the same regardless of how long you have been in the role, unlike higher bands which have incremental pay points.