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Early Years Lead Salary in Preston

How much does an early years lead earn in Preston?

Average base salary in Preston

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for early years leads near Preston

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

CityAverage early years lead salaryJobs
Preston This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Portstewart£20,425 per yearView jobs
Powys£20,425 per yearView jobs
Prestatyn£20,425 per yearView jobs
Prestwich£20,425 per yearView jobs
Prestwick£20,425 per yearView jobs
Pwllheli£20,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about early years lead pay in Preston

How much does an early years lead earn in Preston?

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

Preston 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 Preston?

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

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

Early Years Leads in Preston 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 Preston and nationally?

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

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