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NHS Band 8D is a senior leadership tier under Agenda for Change (AfC) covering roles such as Directors/Associate Directors, Heads […]

NHS Band 8C is a senior leadership and advanced specialist band under Agenda for Change (AfC) covering roles such as

NHS Band 8B sits in senior management and advanced specialist leadership under Agenda for Change (AfC) for example Deputy/Associate Directors,

NHS Band 8A sits at the first tier of senior management and advanced specialist practice under Agenda for Change (AfC)

NHS Band 7 covers experienced clinical specialists and first-line leaders under Agenda for Change (AfC) for example Ward/Charge Nurses, Advanced/Specialist

NHS Band 6 covers experienced clinicians and senior specialists under Agenda for Change (AfC) for example Senior Staff Nurses, Specialist

NHS Band 5 is the core entry band for newly registered professionals (e.g., Registered Nurse, Occupational Therapist, Radiographer), plus some

NHS Band 4 is a pivotal grade under Agenda for Change, covering assistant practitioner, technical, and senior admin/coordinator roles. This

Short answer: In 2025/26, Band 3 basic pay in England is £24,937 at entry and £26,598 at the top step.

NHS Band 2 is a foundational grade under Agenda for Change, covering roles like healthcare assistants, administrative support, and domestic