Average Child and early years officers Salary in Newcastle upon Tyne
ONS ASHE 2025 · North East region · Updated October 2025
How Newcastle upon Tyne compares
The median pay for child and early years officerss in the North East stood at £28,660 in 2025, placing them 2.3% below the UK-wide figure of £29,347. In practical terms, living costs in the North East run 9.9% below average. That means £28,660 stretches to roughly £31,809 in real spending power. Compared to the Newcastle upon Tyne average across all roles (£31,786), child and early years officerss take home 9.8% less.
Cost of Living Adjustment
After adjusting for the regional cost of living (North East index: 90.1, UK=100), a salary of £28,660 has an effective purchasing power of approximately £31,809 — equivalent to earning that amount in an area with average UK costs. The cost of living in the North East is 9.9% below the UK average.
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Child and early years officers salary in areas near Newcastle upon Tyne
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the average child and early years officers salary in Newcastle upon Tyne?
The median child and early years officers salary in the North East (which includes Newcastle upon Tyne) is £28,660 per year, based on ONS ASHE 2025 data. The mean salary is typically higher due to top earners pulling the average up.
How does child and early years officers pay in Newcastle upon Tyne compare to the UK average?
Child and early years officers in the North East earn 2.3% below the national median of £29,347. Other regions such as London and the South East typically offer higher salaries for this role.
Is child and early years officers a well-paid job in Newcastle upon Tyne compared to other roles?
The average salary across all jobs in Newcastle upon Tyne is £31,786. Child and early years officers in the North East earn £28,660, which is 9.8% below the local average across all occupations.
About this data
Salary figures for child and early years officerss cover the North East region. The all-jobs average is specific to Newcastle upon Tyne. Source: ONS ASHE 2025. Methodology.