# Band 2 Administrative and IT Jobs in the NHS

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## Live Market Snapshot

- **Live vacancies:** 240
- **NHS employers:** 111
- **New vacancies this week:** 155
- **Filter scope:** Scoped to Band 2 and Administrative and IT.
- **Observed salary range:** GBP 19,206 to GBP 36,027

## Role Summary

NHS administrative and IT posts include medical secretaries, clinic coordinators, data analysts, IT support staff, patient pathway administrators, and records managers. These roles sit across Band 2 to Band 7 depending on complexity, and the specific systems and workflows vary between trusts.

## Typical Responsibilities

- Patient pathway tracking, RTT compliance, and waiting list management
- Clinical correspondence, referral processing, and MDT coordination
- NHS system administration (EPR, PAS, EMIS, SystmOne)
- Data quality, reporting, and business intelligence
- Information governance, GDPR, and data security compliance
- IT infrastructure, service desk, and end-user support
- Digital transformation and EPR implementation projects

## Typical Requirements

- Experience with relevant NHS clinical or administrative systems
- IT certifications for technical roles (CompTIA, ITIL, Microsoft, etc.)
- Data analysis or BI skills (SQL, Excel, Power BI) for analyst roles
- Knowledge of medical terminology and NHS pathways (for clinical admin)

## Employers Hiring

- Mersey and West Lancashire Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (9 jobs)
- East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (6 jobs)
- Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (6 jobs)
- NHS Highland (5 jobs)
- Surrey and Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust (5 jobs)
- East Sussex Healthcare NHS Trust (5 jobs)
- Worcestershire Acute Hospitals NHS Trust (5 jobs)
- Hull University Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (5 jobs)

## Locations Hiring

- Hull, North East and Yorkshire (7 jobs)
- London, London (5 jobs)
- Derby, Midlands (4 jobs)
- Gloucestershire, South West (4 jobs)
- Grimsby, North East and Yorkshire (4 jobs)
- Bristol, South West (4 jobs)
- Plymouth, South West (4 jobs)
- Colchester, East of England (3 jobs)
- Victoria Hospital, East of Scotland (3 jobs)
- Exeter, South West (3 jobs)
- Prescot, North West (3 jobs)
- Torquay, South West (3 jobs)

## Grade Context

Band 2 is the entry point for most NHS support roles. Posts typically involve supervised, task-based work such as patient care, cleaning, portering, or reception. No formal qualifications are usually required to apply. Salary guidance: £25,272.

## Grade Requirements

Literacy and numeracy at a level to record observations and follow written procedures

Willingness to complete the Care Certificate within 12 weeks

Ability to follow infection prevention, manual handling, and safety protocols

Flexibility for shift work including nights, weekends, and bank holidays

Enhanced DBS clearance (arranged by the employer)

## FAQs

### What is the salary for NHS Band 2 roles?

NHS Band 2 roles pay £25,272 per year under the 2026/27 Agenda for Change pay scale. Additional allowances may apply for unsocial hours, weekends, or high-cost area supplements.

### What qualifications do I need for NHS Band 2 jobs?

Most Band 2 roles do not require specific qualifications. GCSEs in English and maths are often desirable but not essential. Training, including the Care Certificate, is provided on the job. The person specification will list what is essential vs. desirable for each post.

### What jobs are available at NHS Band 2?

Band 2 roles include healthcare assistants, domestic staff, porters, catering assistants, admin assistants, and reception staff. These are entry-level positions that provide valuable experience in healthcare.

### What qualifications do I need for NHS administrative roles?

Requirements vary by role. Entry-level positions may require GCSEs and basic IT skills, while senior roles may require degrees or professional qualifications. Experience with NHS systems is often preferred.

### What is the salary range for NHS administrative roles?

Under the 2026/27 pay scale, NHS administrative roles range from Band 2-3 (£25,000-£27,000) for entry-level positions to Band 6-7 (£40,000-£57,000) for senior administrative or IT specialist roles.

### What career progression is available in NHS administration?

NHS administrative staff can progress from admin assistants to team leaders, service managers, and heads of department. IT staff can progress to senior technical roles, project managers, or IT directors.

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