Salary guide · Northern Ireland
How much does an early years practitioner earn in Northern Ireland?
Average base salary in Northern Ireland
£19,270 per year
per year in Northern Ireland · NJC SCP 3–6
Non-QTS practitioner in nursery or Reception, usually Level 2 or Level 3. Early Years Practitioner pay in Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.
Compare average early years practitioner pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average early years practitioner salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Northallerton | £19,475 per year | View jobs |
| Northampton | £19,475 per year | View jobs |
| Northamptonshire | £19,475 per year | View jobs |
| Northumberland | £19,475 per year | View jobs |
| Northwich | £19,475 per year | View jobs |
| Norwich | £19,475 per year | View jobs |
| Northern Ireland This location | £19,270 per year | View jobs |
Apprentice Early Years Practitioner in Northern Ireland
Average
£20,210 per year
See apprentice early years practitioner jobs in Northern IrelandAssistant Nursery Manager in Northern Ireland
Average
£20,210 per year
See assistant nursery manager jobs in Northern IrelandDeputy Nursery Manager in Northern Ireland
Average
£20,210 per year
See deputy nursery manager jobs in Northern IrelandEarly Years Apprentice in Northern Ireland
Average
£20,210 per year
See early years apprentice jobs in Northern IrelandThe average salary for an early years practitioner in Northern Ireland is £19,270 per year, typically ranging from £17,390 per year to £22,090 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Northern Ireland 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.
Live early years practitioner openings in Northern Ireland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Early Years Practitioners in Northern Ireland 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.
Nationally the average is £20,500 per year. In Northern Ireland it's £19,270 per year — a discount of £1,230 per year versus the UK average.
Live early years practitioner vacancies in Northern Ireland from schools, trusts and agencies.
Browse Early Years Practitioner jobs in Northern IrelandLive teacher, TA, SEND, leadership and support-staff vacancies across the UK.