Salary guide
How much does a nursery educator make in the United Kingdom?
Average base salary
£21,500 per year
per year in United Kingdom · NJC or nursery-set scale
Nursery Educator pay depends on qualification level, setting and whether the post requires QTS.
Where nursery educators earn the most across the UK.
Apprentice Early Years Practitioner
Average
£21,500 per year
See apprentice early years practitioner jobs
Assistant Nursery Manager
Average
£21,500 per year
See assistant nursery manager jobs
Deputy Nursery Manager
Average
£21,500 per year
See deputy nursery manager jobs
Early Years Apprentice
Average
£21,500 per year
See early years apprentice jobs
Early Years Educator
Average
£21,500 per year
See early years educator jobs
Early Years Lead
Average
£21,500 per year
See early years lead jobs
The average salary for a nursery educator in the United Kingdom is £21,500 per year. Pay typically ranges from £19,000 per year to £25,000 per year depending on experience, phase and location.
Nursery Educators in Inner London and Outer London typically earn the most, with pay boosted by London weighting. See the "Highest paying cities" section above for a full breakdown.
Nursery Educator pay is set by NJC or nursery-set scale.
Live UK nursery educator vacancies from schools, trusts and agencies.
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