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Nursery Practitioner Salary in South Shields

How much does a nursery practitioner earn in South Shields?

Average base salary in South Shields

£20,425 per year

per year in South Shields · 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 Practitioner pay depends on qualification level, setting and whether the post requires QTS. Nursery Practitioner pay in South Shields is adjusted by 0.95× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for nursery practitioners near South Shields

Compare average nursery practitioner pay in South Shields and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage nursery practitioner salaryJobs
South East England£32,141 per year3 jobs
South Yorkshire£31,460 per year1 job
Southampton£29,900 per year1 job
South West England£29,627 per year4 jobs

How much do similar professions to Nursery Practitioner get paid in South Shields?

Frequently asked questions about nursery practitioner pay in South Shields

How much does a nursery practitioner earn in South Shields?

The average salary for a nursery practitioner in South Shields 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 South Shields a well-paid area for nursery practitioners?

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

Which schools and agencies hire nursery practitioners in South Shields?

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

How can a nursery practitioner in South Shields increase their salary?

Nursery Practitioners in South Shields 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 practitioner pay in South Shields and nationally?

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

Nursery Practitioner jobs in South Shields

Live nursery practitioner vacancies in South Shields from schools, trusts and agencies.

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