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Nursery Nurse Salary in Scotland

How much does a nursery nurse earn in Scotland?

Average base salary in Scotland

£20,210 per year

per year in Scotland · NJC SCP 4–8

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,330 per year£20,210 per year£23,030 per year

Level 3 qualified early years professional supporting children aged 0–5. Nursery Nurse pay in Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for nursery nurses near Scotland

Compare average nursery nurse pay in Scotland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage nursery nurse salaryJobs
Sandbach£20,425 per yearView jobs
Sandown£20,425 per yearView jobs
Scarborough£20,425 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£20,425 per yearView jobs
Seaford£20,425 per yearView jobs
Scotland This location£20,210 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders£20,210 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Nursery Nurse get paid in Scotland?

Frequently asked questions about nursery nurse pay in Scotland

How much does a nursery nurse earn in Scotland?

The average salary for a nursery nurse in Scotland is £20,210 per year, typically ranging from £18,330 per year to £23,030 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Scotland a well-paid area for nursery nurses?

Scotland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for nursery nurses. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire nursery nurses in Scotland?

Live nursery nurse openings in Scotland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a nursery nurse in Scotland increase their salary?

Nursery Nurses in Scotland typically increase pay by moving up NJC SCP 4–8, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between nursery nurse pay in Scotland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Scotland it's £20,210 per year — a discount of £1,290 per year versus the UK average.

Nursery Nurse jobs in Scotland

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