Salary guide · York
How much does an early years lead earn in York?
Average base salary in York
£20,640 per year
per year in York · NJC or nursery-set scale
Early Years Lead pay depends on qualification level, setting and whether the post requires QTS. Early Years Lead pay in York is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.
Compare average early years lead pay in York and neighbouring areas.
The average salary for an early years lead in York is £20,640 per year, typically ranging from £18,240 per year to £24,000 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
York tends to sit around 4% below the UK average for early years leads. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live early years lead openings in York rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Early Years Leads in York 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.
Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In York it's £20,640 per year — a discount of £860 per year versus the UK average.
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