Cogora titles publish first ever general practice nursing salary survey report
A new and exclusive nursing salary survey report revealing pay levels and benefits for general practice nursing staff has been published jointly by Nursing in Practice and Management in Practice.
Nursing in Practice and Management in Practice produced the nursing salary survey report called, General practice nurse pay: A salary survey of the profession 2025 to help both nurses and their employers, GP practices, gain clear insight into this vital issue.
Based on a survey of more than 550 general practice nursing (GPN) staff, the data and analysis reveals average pay by role, Band level and region – and offers a detailed look into nurses’ benefits packages.
The nursing salary survey report also includes practical tips and guidance for both nurses and practice managers on how to approach pay negotiations and how to navigate pay issues arising from the continued expansion of the additional roles reimbursement scheme (ARRS).
While the findings add weight to ongoing concerns over GPN pay – particularly when compared with NHS hospital colleagues – the report showcases what GPNs enjoy and value about their careers in general practice.
Practices will be able to use the data on reward and job satisfaction to benchmark their employment packages, and ensure they remain competitive, particularly as they face huge challenges recruiting practice nurses.
Key findings include:
- The average salary of a full-time (or full-time equivalent) general practice nurse (GPN) working in the UK is £35,057
- For those working at Band 5 (across all nursing job roles) the average salary is £28,686 and for those in Band 6 positions, the average salary is £34,849
- Just 11% of general practice nursing staff receive a monetary bonus in addition to their salary
- While more than half (52%) of our respondents said they were not thinking of leaving their job within 12 months, a significant 28% said they were thinking of quitting.
- Among those wanting to leave their job within the next year, pay was given as one of the top reasons. A total of 67% said ‘GPN pay in general is not keeping in line with cost of inflation’ and 60% said ‘pay at my practice doesn’t reflect my responsibilities and workload.
Nursing in Practice news editor and report co-author Megan Ford said: ‘Our report shows that not only are GPNs not receiving a salary that they believe reflects their complex roles and responsibilities, but also that they are significantly lagging behind those working in secondary care.
‘We hope our findings not only shine a light on the disparities faced by GPNs when it comes to their pay and conditions, but that by working with Management in Practice, our report will also ensure employers and practice managers are also fully in the know about the current state of play.’
Management in Practice editor and report co-author Rima Evans said: ‘This paper aims to provide valuable data for practices when setting pay levels for this profession, who are integral to primary care. It also includes key insight into practice nurses’ outlook on their working life, which managers can’t afford to ignore if they want to keep members of this profession engaged and motivated in their jobs.’
The nursing salary survey report for general practice nurses can be accessed here. The report for GP practice managers and GP partners can be accessed here.
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