Band 2 Pay Calculator - Northern Ireland 2026/27
Take-Home Pay After Tax, NI, Pension, and Student Loans.
| Payments | Amount |
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| Basic Pay | £0 |
| Deductions | Amount |
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| PAYE Tax | £0 |
| National Insurance | £0 |
| NHS Pension | £0 |
In simple terms
Adjust the settings on the left to see a plain English summary of your pay.
Please note: Showing latest available 2025/26 HSCNI rates. The 2026/27 award is pending.
Estimates only. Your payslip may differ depending on tax code, trust payroll, and how unsocial hours are recorded.
About Band 2 pay in Northern Ireland
Band 2 roles commonly include Healthcare Assistant, Domestic Support Worker, Porter, Catering Assistant. For 2026/27 in Northern Ireland, this band pays £24,852 basic before tax, National Insurance, pension, student loans, or unsocial enhancements.
Northern Ireland pay is set through the HSCNI / Department of Health (NI) process, so published points and award timing can differ from Great Britain. Use the calculator above to set contracted hours, shifts, and deductions for an estimated monthly and annual take-home figure.
For shift enhancements, see the unsocial hours pay guide. To weigh two offers, use the job comparison calculator.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Band 2 basic salary in Northern Ireland for 2026/27?
Under the 2026/27 Agenda for Change pay scale in Northern Ireland, Band 2 basic annual pay ranges from £24,852 to £24,852 depending on pay point and length of service. Figures are gross basic salary before tax, pension, and enhancements.
What jobs are typically paid at Band 2 in the NHS?
Healthcare Assistant, Domestic Support Worker, Porter, Catering Assistant
How much is Band 2 take-home pay after tax in Northern Ireland?
Take-home pay depends on your pay point, tax code, NHS pension tier, student loan plan, and any unsocial hours. UK income tax and National Insurance rates apply. Use the calculator on this page with your contracted hours and typical night or bank holiday shifts for an estimated monthly and annual net figure.
Does Band 2 receive unsocial hours enhancements in the NHS?
Yes. Under Section 2 of the NHS Terms and Conditions of Service, eligible staff receive percentage uplifts for night, Saturday, Sunday, and bank holiday work based on their band. Enter your typical shift counts in the calculator to see how enhancements affect gross and net pay.