Is nursery assistant pay in Brighton and Hove higher than the UK average?

Yes — nursery assistant pay in Brighton and Hove runs about 4% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on NJC or nursery-set scale.

Which nearby cities pay nursery assistants more than Brighton and Hove?

Use the "Highest paying cities near Brighton and Hove" list to compare — nearby markets often shift pay by a few thousand pounds up or down for the same role.

Salary guide · Brighton and Hove

Nursery Assistant Salary in Brighton and Hove

How much does a nursery assistant earn in Brighton and Hove?

Average base salary in Brighton and Hove

£22,360 per year

per year in Brighton and Hove · NJC or nursery-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£19,760 per year£22,360 per year£26,000 per year

Nursery Assistant pay depends on qualification level, setting and whether the post requires QTS. Nursery Assistant pay in Brighton and Hove is adjusted by 1.04× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Nursery Assistant job openings in Brighton and Hove

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Nursery Assistant

Vision for Education · Brighton and Hove

£29,619–£30,160

Highest paying cities for nursery assistants near Brighton and Hove

Compare average nursery assistant pay in Brighton and Hove and neighbouring areas.

City	Average nursery assistant salary	Jobs
Bristol	£35,506 per year	1 job
Brighton and Hove This location	£29,890 per year	1 job
Bromley	£26,478 per year	1 job

How much do similar professions to Nursery Assistant get paid in Brighton and Hove?

Apprentice Early Years Practitioner in Brighton and Hove

Average

£22,360 per year

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Assistant Nursery Manager in Brighton and Hove

Average

£22,360 per year

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Deputy Nursery Manager in Brighton and Hove

Average

£22,360 per year

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Early Years Apprentice in Brighton and Hove

Average

£22,360 per year

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Early Years Educator in Brighton and Hove

Average

£22,360 per year

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Early Years Lead in Brighton and Hove

Average

£22,360 per year

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Frequently asked questions about nursery assistant pay in Brighton and Hove

How much does a nursery assistant earn in Brighton and Hove?

The average salary for a nursery assistant in Brighton and Hove is £22,360 per year, typically ranging from £19,760 per year to £26,000 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Brighton and Hove a well-paid area for nursery assistants?

Brighton and Hove pays nursery assistants around 4% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on NJC or nursery-set scale.

Which schools and agencies hire nursery assistants in Brighton and Hove?

There are currently 1 live nursery assistant opening in Brighton and Hove on SchoolJobs.uk from schools, trusts and agencies. Use the openings list above to see who's hiring right now.

How can a nursery assistant in Brighton and Hove increase their salary?

Nursery Assistants in Brighton and Hove typically increase pay by moving up NJC or nursery-set scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between nursery assistant pay in Brighton and Hove and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Brighton and Hove it's £22,360 per year — a premium of £860 per year versus the UK average.

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