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Pre-School Assistant Salary in Northern Ireland

How much does a pre-school assistant earn in Northern Ireland?

Average base salary in Northern Ireland

£26,790 per year

per year in Northern Ireland · School or trust-set scale

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

Pre-School Assistant salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical pre-school assistant pay across the UK. Pre-School Assistant pay in Northern Ireland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for pre-school assistants near Northern Ireland

Compare average pre-school assistant pay in Northern Ireland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage pre-school assistant salaryJobs
Northallerton£27,075 per yearView jobs
Northampton£27,075 per yearView jobs
Northamptonshire£27,075 per yearView jobs
Northumberland£27,075 per yearView jobs
Northwich£27,075 per yearView jobs
Norwich£27,075 per yearView jobs
Northern Ireland This location£26,790 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Pre-School Assistant get paid in Northern Ireland?

Frequently asked questions about pre-school assistant pay in Northern Ireland

How much does a pre-school assistant earn in Northern Ireland?

The average salary for a pre-school assistant in Northern Ireland 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 Northern Ireland a well-paid area for pre-school assistants?

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

Which schools and agencies hire pre-school assistants in Northern Ireland?

Live pre-school assistant openings in Northern Ireland rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a pre-school assistant in Northern Ireland increase their salary?

Pre-School Assistants in Northern Ireland 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 pre-school assistant pay in Northern Ireland and nationally?

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

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