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Playworker Salary in Newcastle

How much does a playworker earn in Newcastle?

Average base salary in Newcastle

£26,790 per year

per year in Newcastle · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,680 per year£26,790 per year£33,840 per year

Playworker salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical playworker pay across the UK. Playworker pay in Newcastle is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for playworkers near Newcastle

Compare average playworker pay in Newcastle and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage playworker salaryJobs
Newcastle upon Tyne£27,360 per yearView jobs
Gateshead£27,075 per yearView jobs
Sunderland£27,075 per yearView jobs
Durham£27,075 per yearView jobs
Middlesbrough£27,075 per yearView jobs
Newcastle This location£26,790 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about playworker pay in Newcastle

How much does a playworker earn in Newcastle?

The average salary for a playworker in Newcastle is £26,790 per year, typically ranging from £20,680 per year to £33,840 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Newcastle a well-paid area for playworkers?

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

Which schools and agencies hire playworkers in Newcastle?

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

How can a playworker in Newcastle increase their salary?

Playworkers in Newcastle typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-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 playworker pay in Newcastle and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Newcastle it's £26,790 per year — a discount of £1,710 per year versus the UK average.

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