NHS Band 6 After Tax Scotland 2025-26
Specialist nurse, senior OT/physio · Pay range: £37,338 – £44,962 · Scottish income tax rates
NHS Band 6 Scotland tax breakdown 2025-26
| Item | Annual | Monthly | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gross salary | £41,150 | £3,429 | £791 |
| Personal Allowance (tax-free) | £12,570 | £1,048 | £242 |
| Scottish Income Tax | −£5,824 | −£485 | −£112 |
| National Insurance | −£2,286 | −£191 | −£44 |
| Net take-home | £33,040 | £2,753 | £635 |
Scotland vs England: NHS Band 6 after tax
Scotland has a six-band income tax system with different rates above £43,663. Scottish NHS workers at Band 6 pay Scottish Income Tax, which is set by the Scottish Parliament. England workers at this band take home £108 more per year (£9/month).
Scottish income tax bands 2025-26
Personal Allowance: £12,570 tax-free · Scottish rates apply to all Scottish taxpayers
| Band | Rate | Income range |
|---|---|---|
| Starter Rate | 19% | £12,571 – £14,876 |
| Basic Rate | 20% | £14,877 – £26,561 |
| Intermediate Rate | 21% | £26,562 – £43,662 |
| Higher Rate | 42% | £43,663 – £75,000 |
| Advanced Rate | 45% | £75,001 – £125,140 |
| Top Rate | 48% | Over £125,140 |
About NHS Band 6 in Scotland
NHS Band 6 in Scotland sits within the Agenda for Change (AfC) pay framework. The same AfC pay bands apply across England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland, but take-home pay differs in Scotland because Scottish Income Tax rates are set by the Scottish Parliament.
Typical roles at Band 6 include Specialist nurse, senior OT/physio. The pay range runs from £37,338 to £44,962. Staff progress through incremental pay points, usually annually. The mid-band salary of £41,150 is used for these calculations.
National Insurance contributions are the same across all UK regions — only income tax differs in Scotland.
Frequently asked questions
What is the take-home pay for NHS Band 6 in Scotland?
On the mid-band salary of £41,150, an NHS Band 6 worker in Scotland takes home £33,040 per year after Scottish Income Tax (£5,824) and National Insurance (£2,286). That is £2,753 per month.
How much is NHS Band 6 after tax per month in Scotland?
Based on the mid-band salary of £41,150, NHS Band 6 take-home pay in Scotland is £2,753 per month in 2025-26, after Scottish Income Tax and National Insurance deductions.
How does NHS Band 6 take-home pay differ between Scotland and England?
On £41,150 (NHS Band 6 mid-band), Scotland take-home is £33,040/year vs England £33,148/year. England workers take home £108 more per year (£9/month more). Scotland has different income tax bands above £43,663.
What is the hourly rate for NHS Band 6 in Scotland?
The mid-band gross salary of £41,150 works out at £21 per hour gross (based on 37.5 hours per week, 52 weeks per year). After Scottish income tax and NI, the net hourly rate is approximately £17.
How much Scottish income tax does an NHS Band 6 worker pay?
On the mid-band salary of £41,150, an NHS Band 6 worker in Scotland pays £5,824 in Scottish Income Tax and £2,286 in National Insurance — £8,110 total. Effective rate: 19.71%.
What is the difference between NHS Band 6 and Band 7 in Scotland?
In Scotland, NHS Band 6 has a mid-band salary of £41,150 (take-home £33,040/year). Band 7 starts at a higher salary, reflecting greater responsibility. Progression to Band 7 usually requires demonstrating competencies at the higher level.
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