Is play worker pay in Richmond upon Thames higher than the UK average?

Yes — play worker pay in Richmond upon Thames runs about 10% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on School or trust-set scale.

Which nearby cities pay play workers more than Richmond upon Thames?

Use the "Highest paying cities near Richmond upon Thames" list to compare — nearby markets often shift pay by a few thousand pounds up or down for the same role.

Salary guide · Richmond upon Thames

Play Worker Salary in Richmond upon Thames

How much does a play worker earn in Richmond upon Thames?

Average base salary in Richmond upon Thames

£31,350 per year

per year in Richmond upon Thames · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£24,200 per year£31,350 per year£39,600 per year

Play Worker salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical play worker pay across the UK. Play Worker pay in Richmond upon Thames is adjusted by 1.10× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for play workers near Richmond upon Thames

Compare average play worker pay in Richmond upon Thames and neighbouring areas.

City	Average play worker salary	Jobs
Richmond upon Thames This location	£31,350 per year	View jobs
Rhondda	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Rhondda Cynon Taf	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Rhyl	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Rickmansworth	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Ripon	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Rochdale	£27,075 per year	View jobs

How much do similar professions to Play Worker get paid in Richmond upon Thames?

Academy Trustee in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£31,350 per year

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Access Arrangements Assessor in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£31,350 per year

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Access Arrangements Coordinator in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£55,000 per year

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Accounts Assistant in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£31,350 per year

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Activities Coordinator in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£55,000 per year

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Admin Assistant in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£30,250 per year

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Frequently asked questions about play worker pay in Richmond upon Thames

How much does a play worker earn in Richmond upon Thames?

The average salary for a play worker in Richmond upon Thames is £31,350 per year, typically ranging from £24,200 per year to £39,600 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Richmond upon Thames a well-paid area for play workers?

Richmond upon Thames pays play workers around 10% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on School or trust-set scale.

Which schools and agencies hire play workers in Richmond upon Thames?

Live play worker openings in Richmond upon Thames rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a play worker in Richmond upon Thames increase their salary?

Play Workers in Richmond upon Thames typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between play worker pay in Richmond upon Thames and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Richmond upon Thames it's £31,350 per year — a premium of £2,850 per year versus the UK average.

Play Worker jobs in Richmond upon Thames

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