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wales.nhs.ukNHS Wales pay 2026
562 people who work at NHS Wales have taken the Breakroom Quiz. Here's everything they told us about pay per hour, pay by age, and more.
How much do NHS Wales pay per hour?
This table shows how pay rates at NHS Wales compare across the different types of jobs they offer.
| Job | NHS Wales pay |
|---|---|
| Administrator | £20.3k-28.2k per year |
| HCSW | £11.45-12.70 per hour |
| Health care support worker | £12.46-13.73 per hour |
| HCSW | £12.25-13.30 per hour |
| Porter | £12.23-12.70 per hour |
Based on data from 86 people who took the Breakroom Quiz between April 2024 and March 2026.
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Find NHS Wales jobs near you
There are currently 2 job openings at NHS Wales across the UK
Find available jobsWhat do NHS Wales pay different age groups?
This table shows how hourly pay rates at NHS Wales vary between age groups.
| Age group | NHS Wales pay per hour | Legal minimum wage |
|---|---|---|
| 16-17 | Not enough data yet | £8.00 |
| 18-20 | £9.04-13.06 per hour | £10.85 |
| 21 and over | £12.60-16.20 per hour | £12.71 |
What is the Real Living Wage?
The Real Living Wage is a voluntary rate employers can sign up to that is based on the real cost of living.
| Location | Real Living Wage |
|---|---|
| London | £14.80 |
| Rest of the UK | £13.45 |
Find NHS Wales jobs near you
There are currently 2 job openings at NHS Wales across the UK
Find available jobsDo NHS Wales pay breaks?
No. Most people don’t get paid breaks at NHS Wales.
Last updated 10 April 2026
Do NHS Wales pay by the hour or annually?
People get paid by the hour at NHS Wales.
Last updated 10 April 2026
Do NHS Wales pay enough to live on?
Most people are paid a living wage at NHS Wales.
Last updated 10 April 2026
Do NHS Wales pay market rates?
Only some people are paid above average for their job at NHS Wales.
Last updated 31 March 2026
Do NHS Wales pay minimum wage?
Yes. Most people are paid above the minimum wage at NHS Wales.
Last updated 10 April 2026
Do NHS Wales pay sick pay?
Yes. Most people get proper sick pay at NHS Wales.
Last updated 10 April 2026
Do workers at NHS Wales do extra work that they don't get paid for?
Sometimes. Some people do unpaid extra work at NHS Wales.
Last updated 10 April 2026
What’s the staff discount at NHS Wales?
People report getting blue light card at NHS Wales.
Last updated 10 April 2026