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Early Years Lead Salary in Luton

How much does an early years lead earn in Luton?

Average base salary in Luton

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for early years leads near Luton

Compare average early years lead pay in Luton and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage early years lead salaryJobs
Luton This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Lowestoft£20,425 per yearView jobs
Ludlow£20,425 per yearView jobs
Lurgan£20,425 per yearView jobs
Lyme Regis£20,425 per yearView jobs
Lymington£20,425 per yearView jobs
Lytham St Annes£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Early Years Lead get paid in Luton?

Frequently asked questions about early years lead pay in Luton

How much does an early years lead earn in Luton?

The average salary for an early years lead in Luton 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 Luton a well-paid area for early years leads?

Luton 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.

Which schools and agencies hire early years leads in Luton?

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

How can an early years lead in Luton increase their salary?

Early Years Leads in Luton 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 lead pay in Luton and nationally?

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

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