We cannot give exact figures because we don't know your tax code. Start by working out your monthly tax free pay. Deduct free pay from your gross pay.
The amount which is left is taxed at 20% if you are a basic rate tax payer. The N.I. threshold and percentage can be found on google. I can't remember what it is at the moment.
If you google "Uk income tax" sites pop up which do the sums for you.
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