1. What is the NHS 2024 Pay Increase?

The NHS pay increase for 2024 is a 6% raise across all pay bands for NHS staff in England. This calculator helps you determine your new monthly pay after this increase.

2. How Does the Calculator Work?

The calculator uses the following formula:

Where:

• Old Annual Pay — Your current annual salary before the increase
• 1.06 — Represents the 6% pay increase (100% + 6% = 106% or 1.06)
• 12 — Months in a year to convert to monthly pay

3. Understanding the 6% Increase

Details: The 6% increase applies to basic pay. Additional payments like overtime, bonuses, or allowances may have different increase rates.

4. Using the Calculator

Tips: Enter your current annual salary in GBP. The calculator will show your new monthly pay after the 6% increase.

5. Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Q1: When does the pay increase take effect?
A: The increase is typically backdated to April 2024 and paid in subsequent paychecks.

Q2: Does this include all NHS staff?
A: This applies to Agenda for Change staff in England. Other nations may have different arrangements.

Q3: Will my pension contributions change?
A: Your pension contributions are based on your pensionable pay, which will increase with your salary.

Q4: How is the monthly pay calculated?
A: Annual salary is divided by 12 months, with the 6% increase applied first.

Q5: Are there different increases for different bands?
A: The 6% increase applies uniformly across all pay bands in this settlement.