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Director of Computing salary
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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.
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