Assumptions and pay data
Pay data: NHS Consultant Contract (England, 2003). Consultant (2003 contract): £113,565 to £150,569, rates from 1/4/2026. Checked 7/10/2026.
- Pay is pro-rated by FTE (full-time equivalent) from the full-time band rate. Pro-rata and pattern rules vary by employer.
- All amounts are gross. Tax, NI and pension are not deducted.
Part-Time vs Full-Time Impact Calculator
EnglandNHS consultant contract (England 2003), not Agenda for ChangeFramework from 1/4/2026
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Guide for Consultant
This guide explains how part-time FTE affects gross pay for Consultant on Consultant (2003 contract) at NHS. Pro-rata rules can vary; check your contract and HR team.
Part-time pay for Consultant
As Consultant at NHS, part-time pay is usually pro-rated from full-time basic pay on your band or grade (Consultant (2003 contract) on NHS Consultant Contract (England, 2003)). Enter your FTE (for example 0.8 for a four-day week) to compare with full-time gross pay. Unsocial hours, HCAS and other enhancements are calculated on actual basic pay where they apply.
Part-time and FTE explained
Full-time equivalent (FTE) compares your contracted hours to a full-time post. 0.8 FTE usually means four days out of five: pay is typically pro-rated to 80% of the full-time salary for the same band. Employers may round or apply local rules, so treat results as a guide.
Progression and pension
Many public sector employers count part-time service at full rate for incremental progression, but not all do. Pension is different: in the career average schemes most public sector staff now build up pension in, each year adds pension based on the pay you actually earn, so a year at 0.8 FTE adds about 80% of a full-time year. Check your contract for progression dates and your pension scheme for how part-time pay affects your pension.
Example scenario
Illustrative example at bottom of band (matches calculator defaults)
| Band / grade | Consultant (2003 contract) |
|---|---|
| Full-time gross (example) | £113,565 |
| At 0.8 FTE (example) | £90,852 |
| Annual difference vs full-time | £22,713 |
Frequently asked questions
What does this part-time calculator show for Consultant?
It pro-rates full-time consultant basic pay by FTE. Many consultants work less than 10 PAs; check how your trust defines FTE and PAs.
Is leave and pension included?
No. This page shows gross basic pay only. Leave for consultants follows medical terms (guide on the leave page). Speak to NHS Pension about part-time contributions.
Are the results gross or net? Do you store my data?
All figures are gross (before tax, National Insurance and pension) unless the page says otherwise. Your calculator inputs and results stay in your browser and are not stored. We only collect your name and email if you choose to give them, for example to download your results or sign up for email updates. We store them with MailerLite, our email provider, along with the page you were on. See our privacy policy.
About this role
What is a Consultant?
A Consultant is a senior doctor who has completed specialty training (CCT or equivalent). They lead clinical care, train juniors and often hold management or research roles. Pay is on the national consultant contract (England) or equivalent, not Agenda for Change.
Typical demands, progression and balance
Consultant roles offer clinical leadership, autonomy and high impact. Pay and satisfaction depend on specialty, contract and additional work. Progression to clinical director, medical director or academic roles is common.
What about reduced hours or part-time?
Many public sector roles support part-time or reduced hours. Use the calculator above to compare full-time pay with reduced FTE for your band.
Disclaimer
Illustrative estimates, not financial or career advice. Your payslip and contract decide what you are actually paid.