Anaesthetist Salary Calculator
Estimate your annual and monthly take-home pay as an NHS Anaesthetist. Free, accurate tool factoring in tax, National Insurance, and pension contributions.
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NHS Anaesthetist Pay Scales (2024/25)
Approximate base salary ranges for anaesthetists in England. Note: Actual pay may vary slightly in devolved nations (Scotland, Wales, NI).
| Grade | Starting Salary | Maximum Salary | Pay Steps |
|---|---|---|---|
| Core Trainee (CT1-2) | £43,923 | £51,688 | 4 steps |
| Specialty Registrar (ST3+) | £52,800 | £64,044+ | 5+ steps |
| Specialty Doctor (SAS) | £55,600 | £88,000 | 10 steps |
| Consultant | £93,666 | £126,281 | 11 steps |
Anaesthetist Pay FAQ
Everything you need to know about NHS anaesthetist salaries, deductions, and pay progression.
As of the 2024/25 pay scale, a newly appointed NHS Consultant Anaesthetist starts at approximately £93,666 per year, progressing to a maximum of £126,281 after 10 years of service. This excludes additional payments for on-call availability, waiting list initiatives, or private practice.
Specialty Registrars (ST3 and above) in Anaesthetics typically earn between £52,800 and £64,000+ per year, depending on their year of training. This is supplemented by out-of-hours enhancements, which can add 20% to 50%+ to the base salary depending on the rota.
NHS pension contributions are tiered based on your pensionable income. For most anaesthetists, the contribution rate is either 9.3% or 11.2% of pensionable pay. Contributions are deducted from your gross salary before tax is calculated, providing immediate tax relief.
Yes. NHS doctors receive additional pay enhancements for participating in on-call rotas. These enhancements are calculated as a percentage of the base salary (ranging from 20% to over 50%) depending on the frequency and intensity of the on-call commitments.