NHS Band 2 Salary 2026/27
Band 2 pays £25,272 a year under Agenda for Change in England from 1 April 2026. Full-time take-home pay is about £1,673 a month.
Band 2 pay points and take-home pay
| Pay point | Annual | Monthly gross | Hourly | Take-home / month |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Single point | £25,272 | £2,106 | £12.92 | £1,673 |
Full-time 37.5 hours a week. Take-home after income tax (1257L), National Insurance and NHS pension. Excludes student loan and unsocial hours.
Band 2 deductions at entry
Income tax
£2,540
National Insurance
£1,016
NHS pension
£1,643
Take-home (year)
£20,073
Band 2 London weighting (HCAS)
| Area | Entry with HCAS | Top with HCAS |
|---|---|---|
| Inner London | £31,066 | £31,066 |
| Outer London | £30,142 | £30,142 |
| Fringe | £26,618 | £26,618 |
Who is on Band 2?
Typical Band 2 roles include healthcare assistants, domestic staff, porters and clinical support workers. Band 2 has a single pay point, so there is no annual step-up within the band.
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How much is NHS Band 2 pay in 2026/27?
Band 2 pays £25,272 a year for a full-time (37.5 hour) role in England from 1 April 2026.
What is the Band 2 hourly rate?
The Band 2 hourly rate is £12.92, before tax.
What is Band 2 take-home pay per month?
A full-time Band 2 employee takes home about £1,673 a month, after tax, National Insurance and NHS pension (tax code 1257L, no student loan).
How do you progress through Band 2?
Band 2 has a single pay point, so there is no annual step-up within the band.