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Nursery Nurse Salary in Southampton

How much does a nursery nurse earn in Southampton?

Average base salary in Southampton

£20,640 per year

per year in Southampton · NJC SCP 4–8

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,720 per year£20,640 per year£23,520 per year

Level 3 qualified early years professional supporting children aged 0–5. Nursery Nurse pay in Southampton is adjusted by 0.96× versus the UK average.

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Highest paying cities for nursery nurses near Southampton

Compare average nursery nurse pay in Southampton and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage nursery nurse salaryJobs
South West England£34,320 per year1 job
Southampton This location£31,200 per year1 job
South Yorkshire£30,410 per year1 job
Southwark£27,916 per year2 jobs

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Frequently asked questions about nursery nurse pay in Southampton

How much does a nursery nurse earn in Southampton?

The average salary for a nursery nurse in Southampton is £20,640 per year, typically ranging from £18,720 per year to £23,520 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Southampton a well-paid area for nursery nurses?

Southampton tends to sit around 4% 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 Southampton?

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

How can a nursery nurse in Southampton increase their salary?

Nursery Nurses in Southampton 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 Southampton and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Southampton it's £20,640 per year — a discount of £860 per year versus the UK average.

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