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Nursery Teacher Salary in Northern Ireland

How much does a nursery teacher earn in Northern Ireland?

Average base salary in Northern Ireland

£32,430 per year

per year in Northern Ireland · STPCD MPS/UPS

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£29,751 per year£32,430 per year£40,991 per year

Qualified teacher working with children aged 3–4 in EYFS. Nursery Teacher pay in Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for nursery teachers near Northern Ireland

Compare average nursery teacher pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage nursery teacher salaryJobs
Northallerton£32,775 per yearView jobs
Northampton£32,775 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£32,775 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£32,775 per yearView jobs
Northwich£32,775 per yearView jobs
Norwich£32,775 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland This location£32,430 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about nursery teacher pay in Northern Ireland

How much does a nursery teacher earn in Northern Ireland?

The average salary for a nursery teacher in Northern Ireland is £32,430 per year, typically ranging from £29,751 per year to £40,991 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Northern Ireland a well-paid area for nursery teachers?

Northern Ireland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for nursery teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire nursery teachers in Northern Ireland?

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

How can a nursery teacher in Northern Ireland increase their salary?

Nursery Teachers in Northern Ireland 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.

What's the difference between nursery teacher pay in Northern Ireland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £34,500 per year. In Northern Ireland it's £32,430 per year — a discount of £2,070 per year versus the UK average.

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