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Early Years Practitioner Salary in Edinburgh

How much does an early years practitioner earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£20,295 per year

per year in Edinburgh · NJC SCP 3–6

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,315 per year£20,295 per year£23,265 per year

Non-QTS practitioner in nursery or Reception, usually Level 2 or Level 3. Early Years Practitioner pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for early years practitioners near Edinburgh

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

CityAverage early years practitioner salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£20,295 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£20,295 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£19,475 per yearView jobs
Livingston£19,475 per yearView jobs
Stirling£19,475 per yearView jobs
Dundee£19,270 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about early years practitioner pay in Edinburgh

How much does an early years practitioner earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for an early years practitioner in Edinburgh is £20,295 per year, typically ranging from £18,315 per year to £23,265 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% 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 Edinburgh?

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

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

Early Years Practitioners in Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £20,500 per year. In Edinburgh it's £20,295 per year — a discount of £205 per year versus the UK average.

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