# Band 8 Administrative and IT Jobs in the NHS

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## Live Market Snapshot

- **Live vacancies:** 30
- **NHS employers:** 27
- **New vacancies this week:** 18
- **Filter scope:** Scoped to Band 8 and Administrative and IT.
- **Observed salary range:** GBP 55,690 to GBP 114,951

## 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

- Betsi Cadwaladr University Health Board (2 jobs)
- Southern Health and Social Care Trust (2 jobs)
- Northern Lincolnshire and Goole NHS Foundation Trust (2 jobs)
- Barts Health NHS Trust (1 jobs)
- NHS Lothian (1 jobs)
- University Hospitals Dorset NHS Foundation Trust (1 jobs)
- Royal United Hospitals Bath NHS Foundation Trust (1 jobs)
- Cambridgeshire and Peterborough NHS Foundation Trust (1 jobs)

## Locations Hiring

- London, London (2 jobs)
- Grimsby, Hull, Scunthorpe and Goole, North East and Yorkshire (2 jobs)
- Coventry, Midlands (1 jobs)
- Across Wales, Newport (1 jobs)
- Doncaster, North East and Yorkshire (1 jobs)
- Cardiff, Cardiff (1 jobs)
- Victoria Hospital, East of Scotland (1 jobs)
- Wythenshawe, Manchester, North West (1 jobs)
- Mold, North Wales (1 jobs)
- Fulham Road, London (1 jobs)
- To be confirmed, North Wales (1 jobs)
- Gloucester, South West (1 jobs)

## Grade Context

Band 8 covers four sub-bands (8a through 8d) ranging from experienced specialists and small team leads to heads of department and associate directors. Applications at this level need a clear track record of impact: service improvement, governance, budget management, or advanced clinical expertise. Salary guidance: £57,528 - £108,814.

## Grade Requirements

Professional registration and advanced qualifications

Extensive experience in specialist area

Proven leadership and management track record

Master's degree or equivalent (often required)

Strategic thinking and service development experience

## FAQs

### What is the salary for NHS Band 8 roles?

NHS Band 8 is divided into sub-bands under the 2026/27 pay scale: 8a (£57,528-£64,750), 8b (£66,582-£77,368), 8c (£79,504-£91,609), and 8d (£94,356-£108,814). The wide range reflects the span from experienced specialist to associate director level.

### What jobs are available at NHS Band 8?

Band 8 roles include matrons, consultant practitioners, service managers, heads of department, associate directors, and specialist leads. These are the most senior clinical and managerial positions.

### What is the difference between Band 8a, 8b, 8c, and 8d?

Band 8a includes experienced specialists and small team leads. 8b covers larger team/service leads. 8c includes heads of department and senior specialists. 8d covers associate directors and most senior clinical roles.

### 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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