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Early Years Apprentice Salary in United Kingdom

How much does an early years apprentice earn in United Kingdom?

Average base salary in United Kingdom

£20,425 per year

per year in United Kingdom · NJC or nursery-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,050 per year£20,425 per year£23,750 per year

Early Years Apprentice pay depends on qualification level, setting and whether the post requires QTS. Early Years Apprentice pay in United Kingdom is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for early years apprentices near United Kingdom

Compare average early years apprentice pay in United Kingdom and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage early years apprentice salaryJobs
United Kingdom This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Uckfield£20,425 per yearView jobs
Ullapool£20,425 per yearView jobs
Ulverston£20,425 per yearView jobs
Uttoxeter£20,425 per yearView jobs
Uxbridge£20,425 per yearView jobs
Vale of Glamorgan£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Early Years Apprentice get paid in United Kingdom?

Frequently asked questions about early years apprentice pay in United Kingdom

How much does an early years apprentice earn in United Kingdom?

The average salary for an early years apprentice in United Kingdom is £20,425 per year, typically ranging from £18,050 per year to £23,750 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is United Kingdom a well-paid area for early years apprentices?

United Kingdom tends to sit around 5% 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 United Kingdom?

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

How can an early years apprentice in United Kingdom increase their salary?

Early Years Apprentices in United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In United Kingdom it's £20,425 per year — a discount of £1,075 per year versus the UK average.

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