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Salary guide · England

Nursery Officer Salary in England

How much does a nursery officer earn in England?

Average base salary in England

£20,425 per year

per year in England · NJC or nursery-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£18,050 per year£20,425 per year£23,750 per year

Nursery Officer pay depends on qualification level, setting and whether the post requires QTS. Nursery Officer pay in England is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for nursery officers near England

Compare average nursery officer pay in England and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage nursery officer salaryJobs
Enfield£23,650 per yearView jobs
England This location£20,425 per yearView jobs
Elgin£20,425 per yearView jobs
Ely£20,425 per yearView jobs
Enniskillen£20,425 per yearView jobs
Epsom£20,425 per yearView jobs
Essex£20,425 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Nursery Officer get paid in England?

Frequently asked questions about nursery officer pay in England

How much does a nursery officer earn in England?

The average salary for a nursery officer in England is £20,425 per year, typically ranging from £18,050 per year to £23,750 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is England a well-paid area for nursery officers?

England tends to sit around 5% below the UK average for nursery officers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire nursery officers in England?

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

How can a nursery officer in England increase their salary?

Nursery Officers in England typically increase pay by moving up NJC or nursery-set scale, 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 officer pay in England and nationally?

Nationally the average is £21,500 per year. In England it's £20,425 per year — a discount of £1,075 per year versus the UK average.

Nursery Officer jobs in England

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