Salary guide · Darlington
How much does an early years lead earn in Darlington?
Average base salary in Darlington
£20,425 per year
per year in Darlington · NJC or nursery-set scale
Early Years Lead pay depends on qualification level, setting and whether the post requires QTS. Early Years Lead pay in Darlington is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.
Compare average early years lead pay in Darlington and neighbouring areas.
Apprentice Early Years Practitioner in Darlington
Average
£20,425 per year
See apprentice early years practitioner jobs in DarlingtonAssistant Nursery Manager in Darlington
Average
£20,425 per year
See assistant nursery manager jobs in DarlingtonDeputy Nursery Manager in Darlington
Average
£20,425 per year
See deputy nursery manager jobs in DarlingtonEarly Years Apprentice in Darlington
Average
£20,425 per year
See early years apprentice jobs in DarlingtonThe average salary for an early years lead in Darlington is £20,425 per year, typically ranging from £18,050 per year to £23,750 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Darlington tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for early years leads. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live early years lead openings in Darlington rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Early Years Leads in Darlington 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 Darlington it's £20,425 per year — a discount of £1,075 per year versus the UK average.
Live early years lead vacancies in Darlington from schools, trusts and agencies.
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