NHS Pay Rise 2024: Latest Details and Updates

The NHS Pay Rise for 2024 is set to bring positive changes for healthcare professionals across various bands. As NHS SBS Approved Suppliers, we are also excited about the expected salary increases and what they mean for staff. Discover how these updates can impact your career and finances, ensuring you are well-informed about the latest developments in healthcare and health and safety practices! 

What is the Status of the NHS Pay Rise for 2024/25?

We are currently in Stage 2 - Evaluation of the Evidence. The NHS Pay Review Body is now reviewing both oral and written evidence as they prepare their report for the UK Government.

The Process for NHS Pay Recommendations

Here’s a brief overview of the process for determining NHS pay recommendations:

a) Stage 0: The Secretary of State for Health and Social Care asks the independent NHS Pay Review Body (NHSPRB) to make pay recommendations for the next year.

b) Stage 1: Various stakeholders, including health unions, NHS organisations, the Department of Health and Social Care (DHSC), and the Treasury, submit evidence to the NHSPRB. This evidence covers workforce conditions, recruitment and retention issues, and economic factors.

c) Stage 2: The NHSPRB reviews the submitted evidence and conducts its own research.

d) Stage 3: The NHSPRB usually releases their annual report at the end of March. However, due to the pandemic and a three-year pay deal, this has been delayed to June in recent years.

e) Stage 4: After the report is published, the Government can either accept the NHSPRB’s recommendations or choose to implement their own pay solution.

Projected Agenda for Change Pay Increases for 2024/25

The 2024/25 pay increase under the Agenda for Change framework aims to uplift salaries for NHS staff across all bands. These changes reflect the NHS's commitment to rewarding healthcare professionals and ensuring competitive compensation. Let’s explore each Band:

Band 1

Band 1 is no longer part of the Agenda for Change contracts. This band has been phased out, and there are no current NHS staff on Band 1.

Band 2

Staff in Band 4, such as Office Coordinators or HR Assistants, earn £25,146. With the pay rise, this will increase to £26,529. Many take advantage of different HR Courses to continue their professional growth.
 

                                                                                               Source: NHS Pay Scales

There is no pay progression within Band 2.

Band 3

Staff in Band 3, like Healthcare Assistants, currently start with a salary of £22,817. Following the upcoming pay rise, this will increase to £24,072.

After gaining two years of experience, most staff in this band will see their pay increase from £24,336 to £25,674.

Band 4

Staff in Band 4, such as Office Coordinators or HR Assistants, earn £25,146. With the pay rise, this will increase to £26,529.

After three years of experience, most staff will see their salary increase from £27,596 to £29,114.
 

Band 5

Staffs in Band 5, such as newly Qualified Nurses, start with a salary of £28,408. This will rise to £29,970 following the pay increase.

After two years of experience, most staff will see their pay increase from £30,639 to £32,324. With an additional two years, their salary will increase further to £34,581 and eventually to £36,483. 
 

Band 6

Staff in Band 6, like Occupational Therapists or Experienced Nurses, currently start with a salary of £35,391. This will increase to £37,338 following the rise.

After two years, their pay will rise from £37,351 to £39,405. After an additional three years, their salary will further increase to £42,617 and gradually to £44,961.
 

Band 7

Staff in Band 7, such as Clinical Pharmacists, Communications Managers, or Service Managers, start with a salary of £43,737. This will increase to £46,143 following the pay rise.

After two years of experience, staff will see their salary increase from £45,996 to £48,526. With an additional three years, their pay will rise further to £50,055.
 

Band 8a

Staff in this Band, such as HR Business Partners, Advanced Nurse Practitioners, or Senior Physician Associates, begin with a salary of £50,952. Following the pay rise, this will increase to £53,754.

After five years of experience, most staff will see their salary rise to £57,350 and eventually to £60,504.
 

Band 8b

Staff in this Band (such as heads of departments, Consultant Pharmacists, or sEnior General Managers) receive a salary of £58,972. This will further increase to £62,215 following the pay rise.

After five years, staff will receive a pay increase to £68,530. This will rise to £70,586.
 

Band 8c

Staff in this Band (such as Associate Directors, Consultant Clinical Scientists or Nurse Consultants) get a salary of £70,417. This will rise to £74,290 following the pay rise.

After five years in this band, staff will receive a pay increase of £81,138. This will increase to £85,601 after the pay rise.
 

Band 8d

Staff in Band 8d, including Service Directors, Programme Leads, or Deputy Directors, start with a salary of £83,571. This will rise to £88,167 following the pay adjustment.

After five years, staff will see their salary increase to £96,376, which will then rise to £101,677 after the pay adjustment.
 

Note that there is no automatic progression from Band 8a to Band 8b, 8c and 8d.

Band 9

Staff in Band 9, including Clinical Directors or Programme Directors, receive a salary of £99,891. This will increase to £102,980 following the pay rise.

After five years, staff will see their salary hike to £114,948, which will further rise to £118,396 with the pay adjustment.
 

Some senior staff are on the Very Senior Manager payscale, which is effectively above Band 9. The pay deals for these managers are negotiated separately and have generally included smaller pay rises compared to other staff in recent years.

Conclusion 

In summary, The NHS Pay Rise 2024 brings significant salary increases across NHS Pay Bands, benefiting healthcare professionals at all levels. These changes reflect the NHS's commitment to rewarding staff for their hard work and dedication. Whether you're just starting your career or have years of experience in Health and Safety, this pay rise ensures fair and competitive compensation. Stay informed about these updates and how they can impact your financial and professional growth!  Additionally, learn how ISO 14001 Certification can boost your qualifications and help you in contributing towards environmental responsibility. 

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