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Educational Psychologist Salary in Edinburgh

How much does an educational psychologist earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£28,215 per year

per year in Edinburgh · School or trust-set scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£21,780 per year£28,215 per year£35,640 per year

Educational Psychologist salaries in education vary by employer, experience, contract type and location. Use this guide to compare typical educational psychologist pay across the UK. Educational Psychologist pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for educational psychologists near Edinburgh

Compare average educational psychologist pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage educational psychologist salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£28,215 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£28,215 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£27,075 per yearView jobs
Livingston£27,075 per yearView jobs
Stirling£27,075 per yearView jobs
Dundee£26,790 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to Educational Psychologist get paid in Edinburgh?

Frequently asked questions about educational psychologist pay in Edinburgh

How much does an educational psychologist earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for an educational psychologist in Edinburgh is £28,215 per year, typically ranging from £21,780 per year to £35,640 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for educational psychologists?

Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for educational psychologists. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire educational psychologists in Edinburgh?

Live educational psychologist openings in Edinburgh rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can an educational psychologist in Edinburgh increase their salary?

Educational Psychologists in Edinburgh typically increase pay by moving up School or trust-set scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between educational psychologist pay in Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £28,500 per year. In Edinburgh it's £28,215 per year — a discount of £285 per year versus the UK average.

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