NHS Band 8a Salary 2026/27
NHS Band 8a pays £57,528–£64,750 in 2026/27 under Agenda for Change (England, basic pay).
| Band | Step | Annual (2026/27) | Years to progress |
|---|---|---|---|
| Band 8a | entry | £57,528 | 2 yrs |
| Band 8a | intermediate | £60,417 | 3 yrs |
| Band 8a | top | £64,750 | — |
Example trajectory
Example trajectory: £25,272 now → £57,528
Yr 0
£25k
Yr 2
£26k
Yr 4
£27k
Yr 6
£32k
Yr 8
£40k
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Create my career map →Indicative — England 2026/27 Agenda for Change basic pay, excludes High Cost Area Supplements, unsocial-hours and overtime. Typical timings are national averages, not guarantees. Not financial advice. See data sources.