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Early Years Practitioner Salary in Aberdeen

How much does an early years practitioner earn in Aberdeen?

Average base salary in Aberdeen

£19,270 per year

per year in Aberdeen · NJC SCP 3–6

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£17,390 per year£19,270 per year£22,090 per year

Non-QTS practitioner in nursery or Reception, usually Level 2 or Level 3. Early Years Practitioner pay in Aberdeen is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for early years practitioners near Aberdeen

Compare average early years practitioner pay in Aberdeen and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage early years practitioner salaryJobs
Aberdare£19,475 per yearView jobs
Aberystwyth£19,475 per yearView jobs
Aldershot£19,475 per yearView jobs
Aberdeen This location£19,270 per yearView jobs
Aberdeenshire£19,270 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Early Years Practitioner get paid in Aberdeen?

Frequently asked questions about early years practitioner pay in Aberdeen

How much does an early years practitioner earn in Aberdeen?

The average salary for an early years practitioner in Aberdeen is £19,270 per year, typically ranging from £17,390 per year to £22,090 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Aberdeen a well-paid area for early years practitioners?

Aberdeen tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for early years practitioners. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire early years practitioners in Aberdeen?

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

How can an early years practitioner in Aberdeen increase their salary?

Early Years Practitioners in Aberdeen typically increase pay by moving up NJC SCP 3–6, 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 practitioner pay in Aberdeen and nationally?

Nationally the average is £20,500 per year. In Aberdeen it's £19,270 per year — a discount of £1,230 per year versus the UK average.

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