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Early Years Lead Salary in Milton Keynes

How much does an early years lead earn in Milton Keynes?

Average base salary in Milton Keynes

£20,425 per year

per year in Milton Keynes · 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 Milton Keynes is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for early years leads near Milton Keynes

Compare average early years lead pay in Milton Keynes and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage early years lead salaryJobs
Milton Keynes This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Midhurst£20,425 per yearView jobs
Midlothian£20,425 per yearView jobs
Milford Haven£20,425 per yearView jobs
Minehead£20,425 per yearView jobs
Mold£20,425 per yearView jobs
Monmouth£20,425 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about early years lead pay in Milton Keynes

How much does an early years lead earn in Milton Keynes?

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

Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes?

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

How can an early years lead in Milton Keynes increase their salary?

Early Years Leads in Milton Keynes 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 Milton Keynes and nationally?

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

Early Years Lead jobs in Milton Keynes

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