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Further Education Teacher salary
What further education teachers 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.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a further education teacher earn?
We do not yet hold enough verified salary evidence to publish a further education teacher figure. Rather than estimate, we show live vacancies so you can see what employers are actually advertising.
Does further education 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 further education teacher?
Further education pay is set by the individual college or provider, not by the school teachers' pay document. Some colleges reference nationally recommended scales; many do not.
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