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Early Years Practitioner Salary in Sheffield

How much does an early years practitioner earn in Sheffield?

Average base salary in Sheffield

£19,475 per year

per year in Sheffield · 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 Sheffield is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for early years practitioners near Sheffield

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

CityAverage early years practitioner salaryJobs
Manchester£20,090 per yearView jobs
Leeds£19,680 per yearView jobs
Sheffield This location£19,475 per yearView jobs
Rotherham£19,475 per yearView jobs
Barnsley£19,475 per yearView jobs
Chesterfield£19,475 per yearView jobs

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

Frequently asked questions about early years practitioner pay in Sheffield

How much does an early years practitioner earn in Sheffield?

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

Sheffield 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 Sheffield?

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

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

Early Years Practitioners in Sheffield 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 Sheffield and nationally?

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

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