Nursery Teacher Salary in Essex

The average salary for a nursery teacher in Essex is £32,775 per year, typically ranging from £30,068 per year to £41,427 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

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

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

Nursery Teachers in Essex typically increase pay by moving up STPCD MPS/UPS, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

Nationally the average is £34,500 per year. In Essex it's £32,775 per year — a discount of £1,725 per year versus the UK average.