NHS Band 8b Salary
2025/26 Pay Scale - England
| Pay Point | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Level | £64,455 | £5,371.25 |
| Intermediate (2 yrs) | £68,631 | £5,719.25 |
| Top of Band (5 yrs) | £74,896 | £6,241.33 |
2026/27 Pay Scale - England
| Pay Point | Annual | Monthly |
|---|---|---|
| Entry Level | £66,582 | £5,548.50 |
| Intermediate (2 yrs) | £70,896 | £5,908.00 |
| Top of Band (5 yrs) | £77,368 | £6,447.33 |
About Band 8b
Band 8b is a senior management and specialist band in the NHS, covering roles that require significant strategic responsibility and advanced expertise. Typical Band 8b roles include associate directors, deputy heads of service, consultant-level clinical specialists, senior clinical scientists, and heads of therapy services.
Band 8b has 3 pay points. You start at entry level and progress to the intermediate point after 2 years, then to the top of the band after 5 years total, subject to satisfactory performance at your annual appraisal.
Your actual take-home pay will depend on your pension scheme contributions (typically 12.5% 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.