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Early Years Educator Salary in Leeds

How much does an early years educator earn in Leeds?

Average base salary in Leeds

£20,640 per year

per year in Leeds · NJC or nursery-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,240 per year£20,640 per year£24,000 per year

Early Years Educator pay depends on qualification level, setting and whether the post requires QTS. Early Years Educator pay in Leeds is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for early years educators near Leeds

Compare average early years educator pay in Leeds and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage early years educator salaryJobs
Manchester£21,070 per yearView jobs
Leeds This location£20,640 per yearView jobs
York£20,640 per yearView jobs
Bradford£20,425 per yearView jobs
Wakefield£20,425 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£20,425 per yearView jobs
Newcastle£20,210 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Early Years Educator get paid in Leeds?

Frequently asked questions about early years educator pay in Leeds

How much does an early years educator earn in Leeds?

The average salary for an early years educator in Leeds is £20,640 per year, typically ranging from £18,240 per year to £24,000 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Leeds a well-paid area for early years educators?

Leeds tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for early years educators. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire early years educators in Leeds?

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

How can an early years educator in Leeds increase their salary?

Early Years Educators in Leeds 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 educator pay in Leeds and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Leeds it's £20,640 per year — a discount of £860 per year versus the UK average.

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