Is class teacher pay in Richmond upon Thames higher than the UK average?

Yes — class teacher pay in Richmond upon Thames runs about 10% above the UK average, largely because of London-area weighting on STPCD MPS/UPS or employer-set equivalent.

Which nearby cities pay class teachers more than Richmond upon Thames?

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

Salary guide · Richmond upon Thames

Class Teacher Salary in Richmond upon Thames

How much does a class teacher earn in Richmond upon Thames?

Average base salary in Richmond upon Thames

£45,650 per year

per year in Richmond upon Thames · STPCD MPS/UPS or employer-set equivalent

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile

£34,815 per year£45,650 per year£53,992 per year

Class Teacher salaries vary by experience, pay scale point, phase and local weighting. Class Teacher pay in Richmond upon Thames is adjusted by 1.10× versus the UK average to reflect London-area weighting.

Highest paying cities for class teachers near Richmond upon Thames

Compare average class teacher pay in Richmond upon Thames and neighbouring areas.

City	Average class teacher salary	Jobs
Richmond upon Thames This location	£45,650 per year	View jobs
Rhondda	£39,425 per year	View jobs
Rhondda Cynon Taf	£39,425 per year	View jobs
Rhyl	£39,425 per year	View jobs
Rickmansworth	£39,425 per year	View jobs
Ripon	£39,425 per year	View jobs
Rochdale	£39,425 per year	View jobs

How much do similar professions to Class Teacher get paid in Richmond upon Thames?

Academic Tutor in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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Accounting Teacher in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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ADHD Teacher in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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Advanced Skills Teacher in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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Advisory Teacher in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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Alternative Provision Teacher in Richmond upon Thames

Average

£45,650 per year

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Frequently asked questions about class teacher pay in Richmond upon Thames

How much does a class teacher earn in Richmond upon Thames?

The average salary for a class teacher in Richmond upon Thames is £45,650 per year, typically ranging from £34,815 per year to £53,992 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Richmond upon Thames a well-paid area for class teachers?

Richmond upon Thames pays class teachers around 10% above the UK average thanks to London-area weighting on STPCD MPS/UPS or employer-set equivalent.

Which schools and agencies hire class teachers in Richmond upon Thames?

Live class teacher openings in Richmond upon Thames rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a class teacher in Richmond upon Thames increase their salary?

Class Teachers in Richmond upon Thames typically increase pay by moving up STPCD MPS/UPS or employer-set equivalent, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications.

What's the difference between class teacher pay in Richmond upon Thames and nationally?

Nationally the average is £41,500 per year. In Richmond upon Thames it's £45,650 per year — a premium of £4,150 per year versus the UK average.

Class Teacher jobs in Richmond upon Thames

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