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Early Years Practitioner Salary in Newcastle

How much does an early years practitioner earn in Newcastle?

Average base salary in Newcastle

£19,270 per year

per year in Newcastle · 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 Newcastle is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for early years practitioners near Newcastle

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

CityAverage early years practitioner salaryJobs
Newcastle upon Tyne£19,680 per yearView jobs
Gateshead£19,475 per yearView jobs
Sunderland£19,475 per yearView jobs
Durham£19,475 per yearView jobs
Middlesbrough£19,475 per yearView jobs
Newcastle This location£19,270 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about early years practitioner pay in Newcastle

How much does an early years practitioner earn in Newcastle?

The average salary for an early years practitioner in Newcastle 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 Newcastle a well-paid area for early years practitioners?

Newcastle 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 Newcastle?

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

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

Early Years Practitioners in Newcastle 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 Newcastle and nationally?

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

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