Salary guide
Curriculum Leader salary
What curriculum leaders are advertised at on live vacancies we hold — we name the nation whenever we publish a figure.
Official pay scale · England 2026-27
£34,069–£46,940
Main pay range (M1–M6) outside London, from the national teacher pay document
| Pay range | Rest of England | London fringe | Outer London | Inner London |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Main pay range (M1–M6) | £34,069–£46,940 | £35,602–£48,479 | £39,196–£52,241 | £41,729–£54,131 |
| Upper pay range (U1–U3) | £49,134–£52,835 | £50,625–£54,328 | £54,047–£58,120 | £59,650–£64,684 |
Source: School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 2026 (DfE)
These are the statutory ranges for maintained schools in England. Academies and independent schools may set their own pay, and many follow these ranges. Responsibility payments (TLRs) and SEN allowances are paid on top. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own scales.
Read the official document (GOV.UK)Curriculum Leader job openings
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a curriculum leader earn?
We do not yet hold enough verified salary evidence to publish a curriculum leader figure. Rather than estimate, we show live vacancies so you can see what employers are actually advertising.
Does curriculum leader pay vary by area?
It can, but we only publish area differences where we have enough evidence for that area — we never apply a regional multiplier to invent a local figure.
What pay framework applies to a curriculum leader?
In maintained schools in England this is normally a teacher post under the STPCD, often with a responsibility or SEN allowance on top. Whether an allowance applies, and how much, is set by the employer's pay policy — academies and other UK nations may differ.
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