What is NHS Band 8d pay in 2026/27?

Band 8d covers Chief nurses, chief finance managers. Pay ranges from £94,356 to £108,814 (England) across 3 pay points. At Year 1, gross pay is £94,356. Rates are set nationally by the NHS Pay Review Body and updated each April.

How much did Band 8d pay rise in 2026/27?

Entry-point gross rose by £3,014 (3.3%) from 2025/26 to 2026/27. Use the calculator to see the net change at Year 1 after pension, tax and NI.

How much does a Band 8d Chief nurses take home after tax?

In 2026/27 at Year 1, monthly take-home after pension, tax and National Insurance is around £4,851 (England). Across the band, the range is £4,851–£5,459. Use the calculator for a personalised figure with student loans or salary sacrifice.

How does the NHS pension affect Band 8d pay?

NHS Pension contributions are deducted before income tax under a NET pay arrangement, so you get full tax relief automatically. The contribution rate for Band 8d is 12.5% of salary. That reduces your taxable income but not your National Insurance, which is calculated on your full gross pay.

Does Band 8d pay include London weighting?

Base pay does not include London weighting. Staff in qualifying areas receive a High Cost Area Supplement (HCAS) on top, ranging from 5% in the fringe zone to 20% in inner London. HCAS is pensionable and affects your take-home calculation.

Last updated 29 April 2026

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NHS Band 8d Pay

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Band 8d includes Chief nurses, chief finance managers across 3 pay points. Your base salary crosses the personal allowance taper partway through this band. In the taper zone, your effective marginal rate is 60% — higher than the 45% additional rate above it. Managing this through salary sacrifice and pension contributions is the central financial question for you.

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