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Early Years Lead Salary in Rotherham

How much does an early years lead earn in Rotherham?

Average base salary in Rotherham

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for early years leads near Rotherham

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

CityAverage early years lead salaryJobs
Rotherham This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Romford£20,425 per yearView jobs
Romsey£20,425 per yearView jobs
Ross-on-Wye£20,425 per yearView jobs
Rugby£20,425 per yearView jobs
Rugeley£20,425 per yearView jobs
Runcorn£20,425 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about early years lead pay in Rotherham

How much does an early years lead earn in Rotherham?

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

Rotherham 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 Rotherham?

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

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

Early Years Leads in Rotherham 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 Rotherham and nationally?

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

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