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Early Years Lead Salary in Shaftesbury

How much does an early years lead earn in Shaftesbury?

Average base salary in Shaftesbury

£20,425 per year

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

Highest paying cities for early years leads near Shaftesbury

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

CityAverage early years lead salaryJobs
Shaftesbury This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Seaham£20,425 per yearView jobs
Selkirk£20,425 per yearView jobs
Sevenoaks£20,425 per yearView jobs
Sheffield£20,425 per yearView jobs
Sherborne£20,425 per yearView jobs
Shetland Islands£20,425 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about early years lead pay in Shaftesbury

How much does an early years lead earn in Shaftesbury?

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

Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury?

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

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

Early Years Leads in Shaftesbury 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 Shaftesbury and nationally?

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

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