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School Nurse Salary in Scotland

How much does a school nurse earn in Scotland?

Average base salary in Scotland

£26,790 per year

per year in Scotland · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£20,680 per year£26,790 per year£33,840 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 Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for school nurses near Scotland

Compare average school nurse pay in Scotland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage school nurse salaryJobs
Sandbach£27,075 per yearView jobs
Sandown£27,075 per yearView jobs
Scarborough£27,075 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£27,075 per yearView jobs
Seaford£27,075 per yearView jobs
Scotland This location£26,790 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders£26,790 per yearView jobs

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Frequently asked questions about school nurse pay in Scotland

How much does a school nurse earn in Scotland?

The average salary for a school nurse in Scotland 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 Scotland a well-paid area for school nurses?

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

Which schools and agencies hire school nurses in Scotland?

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

How can a school nurse in Scotland increase their salary?

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

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

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