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Early Years Educator Salary in Merseyside

How much does an early years educator earn in Merseyside?

Average base salary in Merseyside

£20,425 per year

per year in Merseyside · 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 Educator pay depends on qualification level, setting and whether the post requires QTS. Early Years Educator pay in Merseyside is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for early years educators near Merseyside

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

CityAverage early years educator salaryJobs
Merton£23,650 per yearView jobs
Merseyside This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Melksham£20,425 per yearView jobs
Melrose£20,425 per yearView jobs
Melton Mowbray£20,425 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil£20,425 per yearView jobs
Merthyr Tydfil (county)£20,425 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about early years educator pay in Merseyside

How much does an early years educator earn in Merseyside?

The average salary for an early years educator in Merseyside 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 Merseyside a well-paid area for early years educators?

Merseyside tends to sit around 5% 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 Merseyside?

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

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

Early Years Educators in Merseyside 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 Merseyside and nationally?

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

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