Salary guide · Wales
How much does a nursery nurse earn in Wales?
Average base salary in Wales
£20,210 per year
per year in Wales · NJC SCP 4–8
Level 3 qualified early years professional supporting children aged 0–5. Nursery Nurse pay in Wales is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.
Compare average nursery nurse pay in Wales and neighbouring areas.
The average salary for a nursery nurse in Wales is £20,210 per year, typically ranging from £18,330 per year to £23,030 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Wales tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for nursery nurses. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live nursery nurse openings in Wales rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Nursery Nurses in Wales 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.
Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In Wales it's £20,210 per year — a discount of £1,290 per year versus the UK average.
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