Salary guide · Scotland
How much does a nursery teacher earn in Scotland?
Average base salary in Scotland
£32,430 per year
per year in Scotland · STPCD MPS/UPS
Qualified teacher working with children aged 3–4 in EYFS. Nursery Teacher pay in Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.
Compare average nursery teacher pay in Scotland and neighbouring areas.
| City | Average nursery teacher salary | Jobs |
|---|---|---|
| Sandbach | £32,775 per year | View jobs |
| Sandown | £32,775 per year | View jobs |
| Scarborough | £32,775 per year | View jobs |
| Scunthorpe | £32,775 per year | View jobs |
| Seaford | £32,775 per year | View jobs |
| Scotland This location | £32,430 per year | View jobs |
| Scottish Borders | £32,430 per year | View jobs |
Apprentice Early Years Practitioner in Scotland
Average
£20,210 per year
See apprentice early years practitioner jobs in ScotlandAssistant Nursery Manager in Scotland
Average
£20,210 per year
See assistant nursery manager jobs in ScotlandDeputy Nursery Manager in Scotland
Average
£20,210 per year
See deputy nursery manager jobs in ScotlandThe average salary for a nursery teacher in Scotland is £32,430 per year, typically ranging from £29,751 per year to £40,991 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.
Scotland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for nursery teachers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.
Live nursery teacher openings in Scotland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.
Nursery Teachers in Scotland 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 Scotland it's £32,430 per year — a discount of £2,070 per year versus the UK average.
Live nursery teacher vacancies in Scotland from schools, trusts and agencies.
Browse Nursery Teacher jobs in ScotlandLive teacher, TA, SEND, leadership and support-staff vacancies across the UK.