Band 4 Nurse Salary in Glasgow 2025

Find out exactly what a Band 4 nurse earns in Glasgow. Below are the full Agenda for Change pay scales for Band 4 in Glasgow, including entry, mid and top salaries, plus estimated take-home pay after tax, National Insurance and NHS pension.

Salary progression in Glasgow

Entry£27,485
Mid point£28,672
Top of band£30,162

Band 4 pay scale in Glasgow

Pay pointAnnual salaryMonthly
Entry£27,485£2,290
Mid point£28,672£2,389
Top of band£30,162£2,514

Estimated take-home pay

Estimates based on 2025/26 tax and NHS pension rates.

EstimateEntryTop of band
Gross annual£27,485£30,162
Income tax-£2,983-£3,518
National Insurance-£1,193-£1,407
NHS pension-£2,281-£2,503
Estimated take-home (annual)£21,028£22,734
Estimated take-home (monthly)£1,752£1,895

Estimates based on 2025/26 tax and NHS pension rates. Actual take-home may vary.

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How Glasgow compares

Band 4 entry salary in Glasgow: £27,485. UK average (no weighting): £27,485.

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Progression to the next band

Many Band 4 nurses progress to Band 5 after around 3 years in role. Typical Band 5 roles include: Newly qualified nurse, Staff nurse.

What comes after Band 4?

The next step is Band 5. Use our Band 5 salary page for Glasgow to see pay scales, or try the salary calculator to model your take-home pay.

Frequently asked questions

What does a Band 4 nurse earn in Glasgow?
In Glasgow, a Band 4 nurse earns between £27,485 and £30,162 per year (base salary), depending on pay point.
How do I progress from Band 4?
Most Band 4 nurses progress to Band 5 after around 3 years, by gaining experience and taking on responsibilities that match the higher band's job profile.
What is the NHS Agenda for Change pay scale?
Agenda for Change (AfC) is the NHS pay system. Jobs are matched to pay bands (2–9) and pay points within each band. Salaries are set nationally with London weighting where applicable.
When do NHS pay scales change?
NHS pay is usually updated each financial year (April). The figures on this page reflect the 2025/26 pay scales.

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