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Early Years Practitioner Salary in East Lothian

How much does an early years practitioner earn in East Lothian?

Average base salary in East Lothian

£19,475 per year

per year in East Lothian · NJC SCP 3–6

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£17,575 per year£19,475 per year£22,325 per year

Non-QTS practitioner in nursery or Reception, usually Level 2 or Level 3. Early Years Practitioner pay in East Lothian is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for early years practitioners near East Lothian

Compare average early years practitioner pay in East Lothian and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage early years practitioner salaryJobs
East of England£20,910 per yearView jobs
East Midlands£19,680 per yearView jobs
East Lothian This location£19,475 per yearView jobs
East Dunbartonshire£19,475 per yearView jobs
East Grinstead£19,475 per yearView jobs
East Kilbride£19,475 per yearView jobs
East Renfrewshire£19,475 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about early years practitioner pay in East Lothian

How much does an early years practitioner earn in East Lothian?

The average salary for an early years practitioner in East Lothian is £19,475 per year, typically ranging from £17,575 per year to £22,325 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is East Lothian a well-paid area for early years practitioners?

East Lothian tends to sit around 5% 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 East Lothian?

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

How can an early years practitioner in East Lothian increase their salary?

Early Years Practitioners in East Lothian 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 East Lothian and nationally?

Nationally the average is £20,500 per year. In East Lothian it's £19,475 per year — a discount of £1,025 per year versus the UK average.

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