What counts as NHS continuous or reckonable service?

Within the context of many NHS jobs, continuous service (sometimes called reckonable service) is an important consideration for employees. For […]

Are NHS pay rises backdated?

Because of the complex process behind how NHS and Agenda for Change pay rises are decided, often decisions on pay […]

How much is NHS on call pay?

NHS staff are often asked to be “on call” as a part of their working pattern. Being on call means […]

What does NHS ESR mean?

In the context of the NHS, ESR means Electronic Staff Record. ESR is a national tool used by almost all […]

How does the NHS pension work?

The NHS is well known for having a great pension scheme, with members receiving a “defined benefit” on retirement, effectively […]

What is the highest NHS pay band?

Not all staff NHS staff are on the same types of contracts, which means that there is no single “highest […]

How do NHS staff get paid?

NHS staff are paid in a similar way to most staff in similar large organisations, via electronic bank transfer (BACS). […]

Do NHS staff get paid overtime?

With pressures on NHS services higher than ever, many staff are working longer hours or being asked to pick up […]

What are NHS Recruitment and Retention Premia (RRP)?

Most jobs in the NHS have salaries agreed against Agenda for Change banding based on their responsibilities, or other pay […]

What is the difference between a Band 5 and Band 6 NHS nurse?

Many nurses start their careers in the NHS on Agenda for Change Band 5, earning from £29,970 and slowly progressing […]