NHS Band 8a Salary (2026/27)
The NHS Band 8a salary in 2026 ranges from £57,528 to £64,740 depending on experience.
After tax, pension and other deductions most Band 8a staff take home £3,353 to £3,663 per month.
| Experience | 2026/27 Salary | Take home pay |
|---|---|---|
| 0-2 years | £57,528 | £3,353 |
| 2-4 years | £60,417 | £3,477 |
| 4+ years | £64,750 | £3,663 |
Band 8a Pay Scales 2026/27 – Full Breakdown Band
The NHS pay rise for 2026 increases salaries across all Agenda for Change pay bands. This page explains how much NHS staff will earn after the latest pay award, including updated salary ranges for each band and what the increase means in real terms.
Most NHS staff are paid under the Agenda for Change pay system, with salaries increasing annually based on national pay agreements.
Latest NHS Pay Rise (2026/27)
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Where our NHS Salary Data comes from
NHS salary figures on this website are based on official pay scales published by NHS Employers and the Department of Health and Social Care. Pay ranges are updated when new national pay awards are announced.