The warning from the Professional Association of Nursery Nurses (PANN) was made earlier today (Thursday) following the findings of its 'snapshot'
survey that highlights the low pay and professional status of nursery nurses working in some of England's day nurseries.
The survey, conducted in December, found that while just under a quarter of nursery nurses earn between 5 and 7 an hour, almost four in ten (38 per cent) are paid 5 an hour or less, with some earning as little as 3.54. As few as one in five (21 per cent) receive any extra allowances such as a pension contribution, bonus or travelling expenses.
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