Is school nurse pay in Cambridge higher than the UK average?

Yes — school nurse pay in Cambridge runs about 4% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on School or trust-set scale.

Which nearby cities pay school nurses more than Cambridge?

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

Salary guide · Cambridge

School Nurse Salary in Cambridge

How much does a school nurse earn in Cambridge?

Average base salary in Cambridge

£29,640 per year

per year in Cambridge · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£22,880 per year£29,640 per year£37,440 per year

School Nurse salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical school nurse pay across the UK. School Nurse pay in Cambridge is adjusted by 1.04× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for school nurses near Cambridge

Compare average school nurse pay in Cambridge and neighbouring areas.

City	Average school nurse salary	Jobs
Camden	£33,630 per year	View jobs
Cambridge This location	£29,640 per year	View jobs
Cambridgeshire	£29,640 per year	View jobs
Caerphilly	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Callander	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Camberley	£27,075 per year	View jobs
Cambuslang	£27,075 per year	View jobs

How much do similar professions to School Nurse get paid in Cambridge?

Academy Trustee in Cambridge

Average

£29,640 per year

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Access Arrangements Assessor in Cambridge

Average

£29,640 per year

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Access Arrangements Coordinator in Cambridge

Average

£52,000 per year

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Accounts Assistant in Cambridge

Average

£29,640 per year

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Activities Coordinator in Cambridge

Average

£52,000 per year

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Admin Assistant in Cambridge

Average

£28,600 per year

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Frequently asked questions about school nurse pay in Cambridge

How much does a school nurse earn in Cambridge?

The average salary for a school nurse in Cambridge is £29,640 per year, typically ranging from £22,880 per year to £37,440 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Cambridge a well-paid area for school nurses?

Cambridge pays school nurses around 4% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on School or trust-set scale.

Which schools and agencies hire school nurses in Cambridge?

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

How can a school nurse in Cambridge increase their salary?

School Nurses in Cambridge 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 school nurse pay in Cambridge and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Cambridge it's £29,640 per year — a premium of £1,140 per year versus the UK average.

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