Salary guide · Scotland
How much does an early years apprentice earn in Scotland?
Average base salary in Scotland
£20,210 per year
per year in Scotland · NJC or nursery-set scale
Early Years Apprentice pay depends on qualification level, setting and whether the post requires QTS. Early Years Apprentice pay in Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.
Compare average early years apprentice pay in Scotland and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average early years apprentice salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Sandbach | £20,425 per year | View jobs |
| Sandown | £20,425 per year | View jobs |
| Scarborough | £20,425 per year | View jobs |
| Scunthorpe | £20,425 per year | View jobs |
| Seaford | £20,425 per year | View jobs |
| Scotland This location | £20,210 per year | View jobs |
| Scottish Borders | £20,210 per year | View jobs |
Apprentice Early Years Practitioner in Scotland
Average
£20,210 per year
See apprentice early years practitioner jobs in ScotlandAssistant Nursery Manager in Scotland
Average
£20,210 per year
See assistant nursery manager jobs in ScotlandThe average salary for an early years apprentice in Scotland is £20,210 per year, typically ranging from £17,860 per year to £23,500 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Scotland 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.
Live early years apprentice openings in Scotland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Early Years Apprentices in Scotland 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.
Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Scotland it's £20,210 per year — a discount of £1,290 per year versus the UK average.
Live early years apprentice vacancies in Scotland from schools, trusts and agencies.
Browse Early Years Apprentice jobs in ScotlandLive teacher, TA, SEND, leadership and support-staff vacancies across the UK.