NHS Band 2 — Full Pay Point Breakdown 2026/27
Healthcare assistants, domestic and catering staff, porters.
| Point | Gross | Income Tax | National Insurance | Take-Home /yr | Take-Home /mo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single rate | £25,272 | £2,540 | £1,016 | £21,715 | £1,810 |
Figures use England, Wales & Northern Ireland Income Tax bands and 2026/27 rates, basic pay only — before any unsocial hours enhancement, overtime or High Cost Area Supplement (London weighting).
NHS Band 2 Pay in 2025/26
Band 2 was paid at £24,465 in 2025/26, rising to £25,272 for 2026/27 after the 3.3% uplift. An old payslip or P60 from the 2025/26 tax year will show the lower figure. For the full structure across every band and recent years, see the NHS pay bands overview.
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Compare Two Salaries →Pay scale sourced from the NHS Employers 2026/27 Agenda for Change pay circular (3.3% uplift, effective 1 April 2026). Tax and NI calculated using published 2026/27 HMRC rates — not an official NHS or HMRC tool. Verify at nhsemployers.org or gov.uk/estimate-income-tax.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does NHS Band 2 pay in 2026/27?
NHS Band 2 is a single-rate band, paid at £25,272 a year under the 2026/27 Agenda for Change pay scale.
What is the take-home pay for NHS Band 2?
At the top of Band 2 (£25,272 gross), take-home pay is £21,715 a year (£1,810 a month) in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, after £2,540 Income Tax and £1,016 National Insurance. In Scotland, take-home is £21,755 due to different Income Tax bands.
What was NHS Band 2 pay in 2025/26?
Band 2 was paid at £24,465 in 2025/26, rising to £25,272 for 2026/27 after the 3.3% uplift.
What roles are in NHS Band 2?
Healthcare assistants, domestic and catering staff, porters. Exact job titles vary by trust and role profile — check your trust's job description against the NHS Job Evaluation Scheme for a definitive banding.
Does NHS Band 2 pay include unsocial hours or overtime?
No — these figures are basic Agenda for Change pay only. Unsocial hours enhancements, overtime, high-cost area supplements (London weighting) and on-call payments are calculated separately and added on top of basic pay.