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