NHS Band 4 vs Band 6 — Salary, Pay & Roles Compared
Band 6 pays £10,765 more per year at starting salary — that's roughly £515.89 extra per month after deductions.
Salary Difference
+£10,765/yr
Take Home Difference
+£515.89/mo
Pay
Deductions & Benefits
Entry Requirements
Typical Roles
What Changes from Band 4 to Band 6?
Moving from Band 4 to Band 6 means a pay increase of £10,765/year at starting salary, which works out to roughly £515.89/month more in your pocket after tax, NI and pension.
Your pension contribution rate increases from 6.5% to 9.8%, which means a slightly higher deduction — but remember, the NHS pension is one of the best in the UK, so the extra contribution builds more retirement income.
Band 6 roles typically require more experience, responsibility, or qualifications than Band 4. Check the roles table above to see what's expected at each level.
Band 4 vs Band 6 FAQ
Band 6 starts at £37,890 compared to £27,125 for Band 4 — a difference of £10,765 per year. After tax, NI and pension, that works out to roughly £515.89 more per month in your pocket.