# Band 3 Administrative and IT Jobs in the NHS

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## Live Market Snapshot

- **Live vacancies:** 467
- **NHS employers:** 170
- **New vacancies this week:** 297
- **Filter scope:** Scoped to Band 3 and Administrative and IT.
- **Observed salary range:** GBP 24,071 to GBP 33,270

## 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

- North Cumbria Integrated Care NHS Foundation Trust (11 jobs)
- NHS Lothian (11 jobs)
- Essex Partnership University NHS Foundation Trust (9 jobs)
- Royal Devon University Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (9 jobs)
- Leeds Teaching Hospitals NHS Trust (9 jobs)
- Cornwall Partnership NHS Foundation Trust (8 jobs)
- East Lancashire Hospitals NHS Trust (7 jobs)
- Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust (7 jobs)

## Locations Hiring

- London, London (12 jobs)
- Bristol, South West (12 jobs)
- Leeds, North East and Yorkshire (11 jobs)
- Manchester, North West (7 jobs)
- Carlisle, North East and Yorkshire (7 jobs)
- Gloucester, South West (6 jobs)
- Dorchester, South West (6 jobs)
- Chelmsford, East of England (6 jobs)
- Plymouth, South West (6 jobs)
- Sheffield, North East and Yorkshire (6 jobs)
- Bath, South West (6 jobs)
- Norwich, East of England (6 jobs)

## Grade Context

Band 3 posts carry more responsibility than Band 2, often involving supervision of junior staff, more complex tasks, or specialist competencies such as phlebotomy or audio typing. Prior experience or an NVQ is commonly expected. Salary guidance: £25,760 - £27,476.

## Grade Requirements

NVQ Level 2/3 or equivalent demonstrable experience

Care Certificate completion (for clinical roles)

Evidence of working with reduced supervision and using initiative

Specialist competencies relevant to the post (e.g. phlebotomy, audio typing, therapy assistance)

Experience supervising or supporting Band 2 colleagues (for some posts)

## FAQs

### What is the salary for NHS Band 3 roles?

NHS Band 3 roles pay between £25,760 and £27,476 per year under the 2026/27 pay scale, depending on pay step. Additional allowances may apply for unsocial hours or high-cost area supplements.

### What is the difference between Band 2 and Band 3?

Band 3 roles involve more responsibility, complex tasks, and often supervision of Band 2 staff. They require more experience and may include specialist competencies or qualifications.

### What jobs are available at NHS Band 3?

Band 3 roles include senior healthcare assistants, therapy assistants, phlebotomists, medical secretaries, senior receptionists, and various support worker positions with enhanced responsibilities.

### 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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