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Early Years Apprentice Salary in Northern Ireland

How much does an early years apprentice earn in Northern Ireland?

Average base salary in Northern Ireland

£20,210 per year

per year in Northern Ireland · NJC or nursery-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£17,860 per year£20,210 per year£23,500 per year

Early Years Apprentice pay depends on qualification level, setting and whether the post requires QTS. Early Years Apprentice pay in Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for early years apprentices near Northern Ireland

Compare average early years apprentice pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage early years apprentice salaryJobs
Northallerton£20,425 per yearView jobs
Northampton£20,425 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£20,425 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£20,425 per yearView jobs
Northwich£20,425 per yearView jobs
Norwich£20,425 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland This location£20,210 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Early Years Apprentice get paid in Northern Ireland?

Frequently asked questions about early years apprentice pay in Northern Ireland

How much does an early years apprentice earn in Northern Ireland?

The average salary for an early years apprentice in Northern Ireland is £20,210 per year, typically ranging from £17,860 per year to £23,500 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Northern Ireland a well-paid area for early years apprentices?

Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for early years apprentices. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire early years apprentices in Northern Ireland?

Live early years apprentice openings in Northern Ireland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can an early years apprentice in Northern Ireland increase their salary?

Early Years Apprentices in Northern Ireland typically increase pay by moving up NJC or nursery-set scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between early years apprentice pay in Northern Ireland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Northern Ireland it's £20,210 per year — a discount of £1,290 per year versus the UK average.

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