Salary guide
Drama Teacher salary
What drama teachers are advertised at on live vacancies we hold — we name the nation whenever we publish a figure.
Official pay scale · England 2025-26
£32,916–£45,352
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) | £32,916–£45,352 | £34,398–£46,839 | £37,870–£50,474 | £40,317–£52,300 |
| Upper pay range (U1–U3) | £47,472–£51,048 | £48,913–£52,490 | £52,219–£56,154 | £57,632–£62,496 |
Source: School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document 2025 (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)Drama Teacher job openings
Teacher of Drama
Alderbrook School · Solihull
Teacher of Drama - Maternity Leave Cover
The Ferrers School · Rushden
Teacher of Drama
The Tiffin Girls' School · Kingston upon Thames
Teacher of Drama (Maternity Cover)
Leigh Academy Mascalls · Tonbridge
Teacher of Drama
Lawnswood School · Leeds
Teacher of Drama
Harris Academy Chafford Hundred · Grays
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a drama teacher earn?
We do not yet hold enough verified salary evidence to publish a drama teacher figure. Rather than estimate, we show live vacancies so you can see what employers are actually advertising.
Does drama teacher 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 drama teacher?
Teachers in maintained schools in England are normally paid under the School Teachers' Pay and Conditions Document (STPCD). Academies may adopt or mirror it, or set their own pay policy. Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland have their own arrangements.
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